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Published 10/9/25 5:05PM

Senior Peer Support volunteers

Council on Aging
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Santa Rosa, CA
I Want to Help

    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per week
    Commitment Details:
    2 hours per week plus appointment
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    4
    Cause Areas:
    Disability, Human Rights & Civil Liberties, Seniors & Retirement
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Driver’s License, Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    50+
    Wheelchair Accessible

    Description

    Make a difference. Share. Learn. Heal.

    Are you compassionate, a good listener, and eager to support others?

    Join our Senior Peer Support Program and help older adults in Sonoma County who may be

    feeling stressed, sad, or overwhelmed.

    As a volunteer, you’ll:

    ✅ Provide friendly, one-on-one in-home support to seniors

    ✅ Offer encouragement and a listening ear for those facing emotional or mental health

    challenges

    ✅ Help participants build confidence, strengthen coping skills, and find hope again

    Why Volunteer?

     Receive training and ongoing support

     Share your experiences, strengths, and life lessons with those who need it most

     Make a lasting impact on the well-being of older adults in your community

    �� Location: Sonoma County

    Location

    On-site
    Council on Aging, 30 Kawana Springs Road, Santa Rosa, California, US
    30 Kawana Springs Road

    Please fill out this form

    Instructions:

    Thank you for your interest in this program. I will reach out to you and let you know about the Volunteer Registration, background check and further information.

    Leigh Galten

    Council On Aging

    Volunteer Director, Drive Up / Pick Up Coordinator, Lunch Companion and Tellegacy Coordinator

    lgalten@councilonaging.com | 707-525-0143 x 121

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