Friendly Visitor Volunteer Training With Seniors Available at No Cost

Ongoing

Are you looking for a meaningful opportunity? Our Peer Support Services at Jewish Seniors Alliance is accepting applications for our Friendly Visiting Program. The volunteer training will prepare you with the skills to interact with seniors in our community and will enhance employment opportunities and personal growth.  The program is available to people 18 years and older. 
The training consists of five sessions all on zoom and the sixth session in person.

Next training starting Tuesday, March 19 and continuing on Thursday, March 21, from 5 pm- 8 pm on zoom for three consecutive  Tuesdays and three consecutive Thursdays

For a total of 15 hours

For more information please contact Charles Leibovitch at 778-840-4949.

Thank you!

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Why should you volunteer for this opportunity?

You will become more skilled with age related challenges, grief and loss, isolation, loneliness and many other issues facing older adults including helping seniors cope with their increased anxiety and isolation caused by COVID-19.  Jewish Seniors Alliance is a inclusive organization and reaches out to all seniors from all ethnic, religious and cultural backgrounds.
At the end of the training you will get a certificate.

Activities involved

Community Outreach Companion/Visitor Mentoring Peer Support

Requirements:

Interview
Police Check
References
Resume

Flexible in schedule
Good for youth