Volunteer Opportunity Details:
| Last updated on June 15, 2009 |
The Converse Home, a residential care home for seniors, is seeking musicians who will play soft music during the residents' meal time. We have a lovely baby grand piano--tuned regularly--in our dining room just waiting for someone to play it. Maybe you play another instrument that would be equally enjoyed. Music makes the atmosphere even nicer for our noon and evening (5:00 p.m.) meals. Some residents just enjoy listening, others will be humming and singing along with familiar tunes. If you have time at least once a month, enjoy elders, and would like a very appreciative audience, please call us and start sharing your music! This opportunity is sponsored by: Converse Home
We need volunteers who are free at these times
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| Flexible Based On Volunteer's Schedule |
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Monthly |
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This volunteer opportunity is available to the following types of volunteers
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| Adolescents (13-17) |
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Individual |
| Adults (26-54) |
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Young Adults (18-25) |
| Families |
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Volunteers will work with the following groups
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| Men |
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Women |
| Older Adults (55+) |
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This volunteer opportunity addresses the following social interests
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| Aging/Seniors |
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We are looking for volunteers with the following skills
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| Recreational Activities / Sports |
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Address:
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272 Church St.Burlington, VT 05401(See a map) |
Details where opportunity can also be performed
This opportunity can also be performed in these locations:
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05401 |
Web Site: http://www.conversehome.com
Miscellaneous Information
| The volunteer is supervised by |
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Laury Jestings
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| Does the volunteer supervise others? |
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No
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| Number of volunteers needed: |
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5
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| Minimum number of hours required (specify per day, week, month, project) |
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1 Hour Per Month
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| The minimum age for a volunteer is |
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15
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| What is the minimum age for youth or youth group volunteers with an adult? |
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12
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| Is parking available? |
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Yes
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| Is there a cost for parking? |
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No
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| Does the agency reimbuse volunteers for parking? |
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N.a.
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| Does the agency provide meals for volunteers? |
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No
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| Is this volunteer site accessible for those with physical disabilities? |
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Yes
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| Is this opportunity appropriate for court-ordered service? |
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No
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| What screening procedures are required? |
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Application, Interview (phone or in-person), Background Check (VCIC, DAD, SRS, FBI)
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| Is this opportunity appropriate for a home-bound volunteer? |
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No
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| Is a supervisor readily available to answer volunteers questions? |
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Yes
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| The volunteer work takes place in this county: |
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Chittenden County
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| Last updated on June 15, 2009 |
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User Reflections
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5
Overall Experience
an enjoyable hour spent talking with a nice person
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I spend an hour a week visiting with a particular person in the memory loss unit. We just talk about anything and have a nice visit. The program manager gave me lots of information on Alzheimer's and the Converse philosophy of treatment. The person I visit is very nice and has a great sense of humor. The staff are also nice and seem happy I'm there. Ideally, they'd like a visitor for each person in the unit. I believe they tried to match me with someone of similar interests who they felt would respond well to such a visit. I'm glad I gave this a try.
posted on July 12, 2006 |
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