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Core
A social volunteer providing weekly companionship and conversation to an elderly client to reduce isolation and improve quality of life.
Role type
Community social volunteer
Builds
Social connection and engagement for an elderly client
Domain
Social services / Elderly care
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Empathy, active listening, patience, reliability, ability to converse in English (Italian/Spanish preferred)
Preferred skills
Interest in news, gardening, puzzles, or crime movies
Responsibilities
Visit client once a week for one hour, engage in friendly conversation, share stories and experiences, assist with activities like news discussion or puzzles