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Published 10/13/25 10:04AM

Friendly Companion

National Church Residences
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Chillicothe, OH
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    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime)
    Commitment Details:
    Minimum of one day per month for at least 6 months
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    30
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Health & Medicine, Seniors & Retirement
    Good For:
    Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Driver’s License, Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Other Requirements:
    Health and safety screenings including TB test and Flu Shot

    Description

    Friendly Companion

    Purpose: Friendly companions are visitors to patients who reside either at home or in a facility. You will spend time with hospice patients, engaging them in conversation, reading, watching TV, and generally serving as a friendly and calming presence. You will fill an important need for lonely patients or for caregivers who need a short respite

    Location: Various locations Ross, Pike, Scioto and Jackson Counties

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Provides company and conversation to hospice patients
    • Is a trusted presence that puts caregivers and patients at ease
    • May perform small household tasks as requested

    Time Commitment: Minimum of one day per month for at least 6 months.

    Qualifications: Kind, empathetic, respectful, punctual, and safety conscious

    Support: Training for this position will be provided.

    Age Requirement: None

    Dress Code: Casual

    Volunteers are an integral part of our team and the service they provide helps us to continue to fulfill our mission. Thank you for answering the call to serve.

    Location

    On-site
    807 Western Avenue, Chillicothe, Ohio, US

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