Volunteer Opportunity Details:

We are looking for an upbeat, self-motivated individual to spend 45-min.-1 hour per week conducting an activity for a small group of residents on our Rehab Unit. Activity can be different each time, for example, crossword puzzle, trivia contest, horseshoes, etc. All games would be provided but choices are left to the volunteer. We would like to fill 2 blocks of time, both at 2:30 p.m. any weekday except Friday. This could be 2 volunteers once a week or 1 volunteer twice a week. This would free up our staff to spend more time on necessary facility documentation.

Volunteer needs good rapport with elder population, should be upbeat and enthusiastic to engage with others. A loud, clear voice that carries well with hearing impaired residents is important. Dedication and reliability are a must. We provide a facility tour and Alzheimer's training to our volunteers (if they feel the need), a brief orientation to rules, policies and common situations is also provided.

This opportunity is sponsored by: Birchwood Terrace

We need volunteers who are free at these times Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su Morning Afternoon X X X X Evening Weekly This volunteer opportunity is available to the following types of volunteers Adults (26-54) Individual Adults (55+) Volunteers will work with the following groups Older Adults (55+) This volunteer opportunity addresses the following social interests Aging/Seniors We are looking for volunteers with the following skills Companionship

Contact Person: Linnie Aubin, Volunteer Coordinator, (802) 863-6384, (email) View all agency contacts

Address:

43 Starr Farm Road Burlington, VT 05401 (See a map)

Web Site: None specified

Miscellaneous Information

The volunteer is supervised by
	Karen Browley
Does the volunteer supervise others?
	No
Number of volunteers needed:
	1-2
Minimum number of hours required (specify per day, week, month, project)
	1 hour per activity
The minimum age for a volunteer is
	18
What is the minimum age for youth or youth group volunteers with an adult?
	NA
Is parking available?
	Yes
Is there a cost for parking?
	NA
Does the agency reimbuse volunteers for parking?
	NA
Does the agency provide meals for volunteers?
	Yes
Is this volunteer site accessible for those with physical disabilities?
	Yes
Is this opportunity appropriate for court-ordered service?
	No
What screening procedures are required?
	Application, Interview (phone or in-person), References, Background Check (VCIC, DAD, SRS, FBI)
Additional screening procedures required
	Vermont Child Abuse & Neglect Registry
Is this opportunity appropriate for a home-bound volunteer?
	No
Is a supervisor readily available to answer volunteers questions?
	Yes
The volunteer work takes place in this county:
	Chittenden County

Last updated on June 3, 2009