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Published 4/10/26 8:48PM

Volunteer Opportunity: Spanish‑Speaking Companion (In‑Person)

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

    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per month
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    5
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Disability, Health & Medicine, Housing & Homelessness, Seniors & Retirement
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check

    Description

    (Adult Family Home setting)

    We are seeking a Spanish‑speaking volunteer to provide warm, patient companionship to an older adult living in Shoreline. This role is ideal for someone who values gentle conversation and quiet, supportive presence.

    About the Participant

    • Spanish‑speaking
    • Hard of hearing and speaks very little
    • Benefits from calm, one‑to‑one interaction
    • Enjoys:
      • Watching television
      • Listening to music
      • Quiet companionship
      • Being read to from Spanish books

    Volunteer Role

    • Provide in‑person companionship
    • Sit together watching TV or listening to music
    • Offer gentle conversation when possible
    • Read aloud from Spanish‑language books
    • Support emotional well‑being through consistent, patient presence

    Volunteer Preferences

    • Spanish language required
    • Comfortable speaking clearly and patiently
    • Kind, dependable, and emotionally aware
    • No gender preference
    • Visits can be flexibly scheduled

    Why Volunteer?

    • Make a meaningful difference through language and cultural connection
    • Provide comfort and companionship to someone who communicates quietly
    • Enjoy a calm, low‑pressure volunteer role grounded in presence and care

    Location

    On-site

    2412 NE 145th St, Shoreline, WA 98155

    2412 NE 145th St, Shoreline, WA 98155, USA

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