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Published 10/16/25 9:18AM

Become Friendly Visitor volunteer for Older Adults in Elmhurst!

Queens Community House
Hybrid, Volunteer must be in or near Elmhurst, NY
I Want to Help

    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per month
    Commitment Details:
    In-person visit or phone call once a week. (min requirement of 6 months)
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    5
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Disability, Seniors & Retirement
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Other Requirements:
    Must be 18 years old, provide 2 non-familial reference, conduct background check

    Description

    Become Friendly Visitor volunteer for Older Adults in Elmhurst!

    Queen Community House's Friendly Visiting Program matches homebound older adults with volunteers in their community, creating intergenerational relationships in Central and Southeast Queens.

    We're currently in need of volunteers to provide social engagement to older adults in Elmhurst, Queens.

    Friendly visiting is an enriching opportunity for the volunteer to develop a meaningful friendship. Together, the older adult and volunteer can discuss shared interests, learn/teach new skills, read books, learn technology, and celebrate special holidays. The program also aims to reduce isolation and loneliness amongst seniors in our neighborhoods and communities.

    Friendly visitors must be 18 and over, be open to committing to 6 months of volunteerism, and a background check is required to participate in the program. Volunteers can either call an older adult or do in-person visits upon approval.

    Email us at volunteer@qchnyc.org for more information!

    Location

    Hybrid
    Volunteer must be in or near Elmhurst, NY
    Associated Location
    Elmhurst, New York, US

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