Friendly Visitor
Special Skills/Abilities:
Volunteers should have/be:
Working knowledge of the English language
Excellent people skills.
Ability to work independently or with a support worker
Willingness and ability to take direction from staff
Sensitivity to the needs and challenges of the resident the volunteer is visiting
Flu vaccine (annual)
Training:
General STV Orientation for Volunteers
Specific orientation for one-on-one visiting including playing games, crib, reading and visiting
Expected End Result:
An enjoyable a fulfilling volunteer experience
To enhance the quality of life of residents
Benefits:
An opportunity to meet new people and have fun.
Helping people to maintain their heath and independent living
May volunteer anytime between 9:30am-8:00pm daily.
Must be 18 years of age or older to visit on your own. Anyone under 18 must have a registered volunteer to accompany them.
