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Published 2/23/26 2:37PM

Break Buddies - Respite support for Caregivers

DARTS
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Dakota County, MN
I Want to Help

    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    Flexible
    Commitment Details:
    Up to 4 hours, 2 to 4 times per month or on-call.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    8
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Disability, Seniors & Retirement
    Good For:
    Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Other Requirements:
    We would love to have volunteers who are friendly, caring, patient, compassionate and willing to have fun!

    Description

    Give a caregiver a much-needed break! Support a family caregiver by spending a little time with an older adult who has a chronic illness or disability. You’ll provide supervision and socialization for the older adult while the caregiver receives a break. You will play games, read, or do other various activities with the senior while their caregiver is away. No medical or hands-on cares will be required. Flexible schedule!

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Provide respite support by visiting and supervising care receiver.
    • Provide a stimulating activity if appropriate.
    • Stay with care receiver until caregiver or other relief is present.
    • Report all changes in care receiver status and concerns about the caregiver to assigned Service Coordinator.
    • Participate in DARTS orientation & training, evaluation and on-going communication with Service Coordinator.
    • Understand and follow the DARTS Volunteer Guidelines.
    • Report monthly volunteer service hours.

    Location

    On-site
    Home of Client, Dakota County, Minnesota, US

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