Nonprofit
Care Connections Volunteer
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Description
Care Connections Volunteers provide friendly companionship and practical support to individuals and families living with ALS. Volunteers connect with clients through home visits or by assisting with everyday tasks that may have become difficult due to the progression of the disease. This role helps strengthen connections within the ALS community while providing meaningful support and improving quality of life for those affected by ALS.
Examples of Responsibilities:
- Friendly visits and companionship
- Household and seasonal projects
- Pet care assistance
- Meal preparation
- Yard work and snow removal
- Grocery shopping and errands
Qualifications:
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Compassionate, reliable, and professional demeanor
- Ability to listen actively and engage respectfully with individuals from diverse backgrounds
- Commitment to maintaining confidentiality
- Ability to perform agreed-upon volunteer tasks safely and responsibly
- Access to a phone and/or computer for communication
Time Commitment: Flexible scheduling, typically 1-3 hours per visit, once or twice per month, based on volunteer availability and client needs.
Impact: By volunteering with Care Connections, you help reduce isolation, provide valuable assistance with daily tasks, foster a sense of community, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals living with ALS and their caregivers.
Location
ALS Rhode Island
103
Directions
Location may differ from where the volunteer may go to visit a patient. This is ALS RI's office location.
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Volunteer Applicant Acknowledgement
By submitting this application, you understand and agree that, if selected as a volunteer, you may be required to complete a background check and sign a confidentiality agreement. These requirements help ensure the safety, privacy, and well-being of the individuals and families we serve, as well as protect sensitive organizational information.
All information obtained through the background check process will be kept confidential and used solely for volunteer screening purposes. By applying, you acknowledge your commitment to maintaining the confidentiality of client, caregiver, volunteer, and organizational information and to upholding the values and standards of ALS Rhode Island.
We appreciate your willingness to support our mission and thank you for your commitment to treating all individuals with dignity, respect, and compassion.
