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Volunteer Opportunity: Friendly Visitor & Reading Companion (Portland OR 97230)
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Portland, OR
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 & Reading Companion (Gresham)
Location: Gresham, OR
Commitment: Flexible, In-Person Visits
Volunteer Role: Companionship
Are you someone who enjoys meaningful conversation and connecting with others? We are seeking a caring volunteer to provide companionship to an older adult living in a residential care setting in the Gresham area.
What You'll Do:
- Visit with an older adult on a regular basis
- Engage in friendly conversation and social interaction
- Share a love of reading and discuss books and interests
- Help reduce social isolation through your presence and companionship
Volunteer Qualities:
- Friendly, patient, and reliable
- Comfortable engaging in conversation with older adults
- Interested in building a meaningful connection
- Able to visit in person
Impact: Your visits can brighten someone's day, foster connection, and enhance quality of life through friendship and companionship.
If you are interested in making a difference through simple acts of presence and conversation, we would love to hear from you.
Location
NE 155th Ave, Portland, OR 97230, USA
