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Published 4/10/26 6:52PM

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

Providence ElderPlace
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Federal Way, 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

    Location:

    30654 11th Ave S, Federal Way, WA 98003

    We are seeking a Korean‑speaking volunteer to provide friendly, one‑on‑one companionship to an older adult living in an Adult Family Home in Federal Way.

    About the Participant

      • Speaks Korean only
      • Has some memory impairment
      • Is social, friendly, and eager to connect, especially with other Korean‑speaking individuals
      • Previously worked as a hairdresser/barber
      • Enjoys:
      • Being outdoors and going for walks
      • Watching football and television
      • Playing simple games on a tablet (GrandPad)
      • Casual conversation and social interaction

    Volunteer Role

      • Provide in‑person companionship
      • Engage in conversation in Korean
      • Share time walking, sitting outdoors, or enjoying light activities
      • Help reduce isolation and support emotional well‑being

    Volunteer Preferences

      • Korean‑speaking required
      • Male volunteer preferred, but female volunteers are welcome
      • Friendly, patient, and comfortable interacting with older adults
      • Commitment can be flexible (weekly or bi‑weekly visits welcomed)

    Why Volunteer?

      • Make a meaningful difference through cultural and language connection
      • Build a rewarding, one‑to‑one relationship
      • Support dignity, joy, and social engagement for an older adult in the community

    Location

    On-site

    30654 11th Ave S, Federal Way, WA 98003

    30654 11th Ave S, Federal Way, WA 98003, USA

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