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Published 10/23/25 11:39AM

Volunteer Opportunity: Companionship & Practical Support – Belton Area

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Belton, TX
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per month
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    4
    Cause Areas:
    Health & Medicine, Mental Health, Religion & Spirituality
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    Public Groups, Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Driver’s License, Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+

    Description

    Make a meaningful difference in someone’s day.

    We’re seeking compassionate volunteers in the Belton area to provide companionship and light practical support to patients receiving care.

    Role Overview:

    As a volunteer, you’ll spend time with patients offering friendly conversation, emotional support, and a comforting presence. In addition, you may assist with very light household tasks such as:

    • Sweeping or mopping small areas
    • Taking out trash
    • Tidying up shared spaces

    Ideal for volunteers who are:

    ✅ Kind and patient

    ✅ Good listeners and conversationalists

    ✅ Comfortable offering light physical assistance

    ✅ Looking to build meaningful connections

    Time Commitment:

    Flexible scheduling available – even a couple of hours a week can make a big impact.

    Location:

    Belton, TX and surrounding areas

    Training & Support Provided:

    All volunteers receive orientation and ongoing support to ensure a positive experience.

    Location

    On-site

    Home Paitents

    Belton, TX, USA
    Directions

    Covering all of Belton Area

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    Instructions:

    Thank you for your interest in volunteering with us! To ensure a safe and supportive environment for our patients and volunteers, please review the following application steps:

    1. Initial Review & Role Matching

    All applicants will be reviewed to tailor placement based on program interest and role-specific needs.

    1. Application Consent

    Volunteers must consent to the full application process, which includes:

    • Completion of a volunteer application form
    • Agreement to program policies and expectations
    1. Training Options

    Training is offered in two formats to accommodate your schedule:

    • Self-paced online modules
    • In-person sessions (scheduled regularly)
    1. Health & Safety Requirements (Direct Volunteers Only)

    Volunteers serving in direct patient roles must complete:

    • Background check
    • Drug screening
    • TB testing
    1. Document Submission

    Please submit any relevant work samples or additional documents in PDF or Word format. If you have prior experience in caregiving, support roles, or community service, feel free to include a brief summary or resume.

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