Conversations to Remember - Virtual Visits with Seniors
Ongoing
Sat, 03/26/22
Flexible - scheduled based on the availability of the volunteer
Virtual
Opportunity Description
Conversations to Remember's mission is to combat feelings of loneliness and isolation currently being felt by senior citizens. Our virtual visit program matches 2-3 college students with seniors in home care, long-term care, assisted living, and memory care communities for weekly virtual video visits. These seniors have been suffering from isolation, and you could really brighten their days just by speaking with them. We provide training about the best ways to interact with the seniors, as well as additional support throughout your service. Since the visits are virtual, you can easily volunteer any time you have an available hour during your day.
Typically, students volunteer 1-2 hours per week. Each call lasts up to one hour, based on the senior's attention span and mood on each day. We expect students to volunteer for approximately 16 weeks, so that they can build a friendship with the senior. You will be matched based on the times that you're available with a senior who is available at the same time. New visits are starting all the time, so you can begin whenever your ready. Because the visits are virtual, you can continue them even after the semester ends.
Typically, students volunteer 1-2 hours per week. Each call lasts up to one hour, based on the senior's attention span and mood on each day. We expect students to volunteer for approximately 16 weeks, so that they can build a friendship with the senior. You will be matched based on the times that you're available with a senior who is available at the same time. New visits are starting all the time, so you can begin whenever your ready. Because the visits are virtual, you can continue them even after the semester ends.