Thank you for your interest in becoming a Companion Volunteer with Aging Resources of Douglas County!
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What you'll be doing
  • Volunteers provide one-on-one friendly visits, phone calls and outings to a Neighbor in need of a friend
  • Volunteers are given the contact information of their companion to make arrangements for regular visits
  • Volunteers are not allowed to assist clients with bodily care or handle medications
  • Volunteers may not accept any form of payment, tips or gifts in exchange for their volunteer service
​Common Activities
  • Going out to lunch
  • Having tea
  • Playing cards
  • Visiting family and friends
Qualifications
  • Must be age 21 or older, children of volunteers can accompany
  • Must have reliable vehicle with current driver’s license and auto insurance
  • Must have a desire to assist seniors and adults with disabilities!
Time Commitment
  • Companion volunteers should schedule once per week for at least one hour. If the volunteer is busy one week or out of town, a phone call can replace an in-person visit or outing.
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