Friendly Companion – Cards & Conversation

Location: Senior living community near Pike Place Market, Downtown Seattle (98101)

Schedule: Flexible, 1–2 hrs./week (daytime preferred)

Commitment:

About the Participant:

A sociable older adult would love a regular visitor for simple card games (blackjack/BINGO), light TV trivia/chat Jeopardy, Wheel of Fortune, and occasional reading aloud (mysteries).

Participant has significant hearing loss, please speak clearly and a bit louder, facing them so they can read lips.

There are some memory loss and anxiety, and they’re safer staying on‑site

Volunteer Fit:

• • Friendly, patient communicator; comfortable repeating or rephrasing
  • Able to keep visits on facility premises (no community outings)
  • Comfortable with basic card games and casual conversation
  • Age 18+, background check, onboarding, and health screening required (provided)

What You’ll Do:

• • Enjoy cards, TV trivia, and conversation in quiet common areas
  • Offer reassurance and calm structure during visits
  • Notify staff if the participant appears anxious or attempts to leave the floor

How to Proceed:

Apply via our Volunteer Program. After screening, our coordinator will schedule your first visit with the on‑site Recreation Therapy team and facility staff.