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41 people are interested
Adopt-A-Senior Volunteer Opportunity
ORGANIZATION: Adopt-A-Senior
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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41 people are interested
Do you want to make a difference in a Seniors life while you learn about another culture, create and build friendships and make ever-lasting memories? We are seeking individuals who have caring hearts, compassionate and willing to make 15 minute weekly/monthly wellness calls to a senior in need.
How We Serve: Volunteers aged 21 or older assist isolated senior citizens living in the San Antonio area to provide companionship and basic needs. It's as simple as a phone call or as personal as a home visit.
3 ways for you to volunteer:
- Contact a senior by phone. (Wellness check)
- Visit a senior in person (Once you're comfortable, you can visit your senior in their home)
- Assist with our group projects such as Deployments (Fan delivery, senior socials etc) which benefit our seniors
To Adopt-A-Senior you must...
- Complete clearance requirements (3 VIRTUS trainings, Criminal Background Check, and Motor Vehicle Release Form.)
- Document meetings with Senior and turn in log to Adopt-A-Senior Program.
- Meet with your Senior (either by phone or in person)
What's in it for you?
The power to change lives
A physical feeling of satisfaction
Credit hours (Give Pulse) you can submit for school
A chance to pay it forward
Sense of connections to your community
Social and networking skills and much more
More opportunities with Adopt-A-Senior
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Adopt-A-Senior
Location:
202 W French Pl, San Antonio, TX 78212, US
Mission Statement
Catholic Charities Archdiocese of San Antonio, Inc. mission is to provide for the needs of the community through selfless services under the sign of love. Through our programs at Catholic Charities, the agency strives to promote and enhance the quality of life for individuals from birth to natural death. This promotes life and dignity of the human person, which is a key element of Catholic Social Teaching.
Description
The Adopt-A-Senior program, which began in 2018, addresses social isolation among the senior population in San Antonio/Bexar County. Our dedicated staff and volunteers work hard to provide free direct services to at-risk senior citizens 55 years and older. We work to limit social isolation through quality social interactions with volunteer companions, reduce food insecurity through food distribution, proactively fill needs by assessing home and life situations, provide transportation to ensure seniors attend their medical and other appointments, and case management.
CAUSE AREAS
Community,
Faith-Based,
Seniors
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
WHERE
1801 West César E Chávez BoulevardSan Antonio, TX 78207
(29.423119 ,-98.51763 )
DATE POSTED
December 30, 2024
SKILLS
- Community Outreach
- Resource Development / Management
GOOD FOR
- Public Groups
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- At your own convenience
- Picture I.D.