Respite & Companion Volunteer
| Opportunity Type: | Ongoing Volunteer Opportunity |
| Department: | Community Services |
| Category: | Human Services and Public Health |
| Time Commitment & Minimum Age: | Approximately 2 hrs/week for a minimum six month commitment. PLEASE NOTE: Volunteers must be at least 21 years old. |
| Location: | Locations throughout the county; volunteer may specify area of service. |
| Program Summary: | Volunteers, once trained, are paired one-on-one with older adults who either live alone or with a family caregiver. During weekly two-hour visits, they provide friendship, reassurance and companion level assistance with activities such as conversation, reading, shopping and social outings. No hands-on care required. If the older adult lives with a caregiver, these visits enable that person to take a much-needed break (respite). To see the program in action, check out this 3 minute video. |
| Duties and Responsibilities: | Successful completion of 3 hour training; on-going weekly visits with an elder, and a minimum 6 month commitment. |
| Qualifications and Requirements: | Men and women 21 years and up who are compassionate, open-minded, and interested in spending time with an older adult; will submit to a background check, and can make a 6- month commitment. Must be at least 21 to apply. |
| Training Dates and Information: | Trainings are held about every 7 weeks throughout the year in alternating locations within the county. |
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| Application Process: | Click here to apply. For application information, contact us at pcraig@bouldercounty.org
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