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Published 1 day ago

Volunteer Opportunity: Friendly Visitor & Life Story Companion 

Portland Providence ElderPlace
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Portland, OR
I Want to Help

    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per month
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    10
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Health & Medicine, LGBTQ, Race & Ethnicity, Seniors & Retirement
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation

    Description

    Volunteer Opportunity: Friendly Visitor & Life Story Companion

    Location: Portland, OR 97236

    Setting: Adult Foster Home

    Are you looking for a rewarding opportunity to brighten someone's day through friendship and conversation? We are seeking a volunteer to spend time with an older adult who enjoys sharing stories from his life and connecting with others.

    Volunteer Activities May Include:

    • Friendly visits and conversation
    • Listening to stories about military service and life experiences
    • Discussing camping, travel, and outdoor adventures
    • Sharing simple activities and social time
    • Providing companionship and reducing social isolation

    Volunteer Qualifications:

    • Patient, compassionate, and dependable
    • Comfortable interacting with older adults
    • Able to adapt to changing energy levels and communication needs
    • No gender preference

    About the Participant: This individual enjoys reminiscing about his life experiences, including military service, working in the food industry, and outdoor activities such as camping. Consistent companionship and social engagement can make a meaningful difference in his quality of life.

    Commitment: Flexible scheduling based on volunteer availability.

    Location Address:

    3632 SE 151st Ave.

    Portland, OR 97236-2230

    Location

    On-site

    3632 SE 151st Ave. Portland, OR 97236-2230

    3632 SE 151st Ave, Portland, OR 97236, USA

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