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TelePals: Supporting Others by Phone
ORGANIZATION: Seniors in Service of Tampa Bay, Inc.
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This opportunity is available only to residents of Hillsborough, Pasco, and Pinellas Counties, Florida.
Physically distanced doesn’t need to mean socially isolated.
TelePals keep us socially connected through telephone reassurance. Weekly (or more frequent) calls say: "You have a friend who cares." Participate in friendly chats on a regular schedule that’s convenient to you. One phone call could be the start of a lifelong friendship, and it’s no charge!
Feel more connected YOURSELF while connecting to others in the Tampa Bay area.
Call 813.819.0725 or go to https://seniorsinservice.org/telepals/ and sign up to make or receive calls today!
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About Seniors in Service of Tampa Bay, Inc.
Location:
1306 West Sligh Ave., Tampa, FL 33604, US
Mission Statement
Seniors in Service of Tampa Bay provides solutions to community challenges by engaging volunteers aged 55+
Description
Programs Offered Through Seniors in Service:
Foster Grandparent Program (FGP)
- The Foster Grandparent Program recruits senior volunteers (55+) to go into schools and after-school programs to mentor at-risk and special needs children and provide them with one-on-one, individualized attention
Senior Companion Program (SCP)
- The Senior Companion Program recruits senior volunteers (55+) to go into the homes of homebound, elderly clients and provide them with companionship and assistance.
Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP)
- The RSVP Program recruits senior volunteers(55+) to participate more fully in the life of the community through volunteer service. The program matches the considerable wealth of knowledge, skills, and experience of this vital and rapidly growing age group with the addressing of critical needs and unresolved issues in our community.
Operation Veteran Connect
- Provides companionship to veterans, enabling them to live independently. Supports the VA in supporting providing Whole Health support to veterans.
Seniors in Service values diversity. Individuals of all races, ethnicities, ages, gender and/or those with disabilities are encouraged to engage with our organization.
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This is a Virtual Opportunity with no fixed address.
DATE POSTED
November 18, 2024
SKILLS
- People Skills
- Relationship Building
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 55
- Orientation or Training
- Flexibility of days and times; one or more times per week depending on your schedule.
- Home phone or cell phone. Reside in Hillsborough, Pasco, or Pinellas County, Florida.