Thank you for your interest in becoming a Companion Volunteer with Aging Resources of Douglas County!

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

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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.

​We value your privacy. ​Our online application is secured through a ​third party provider ensure the highest level of security for your information.

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Questions?

Call Volunteer Coordinator, Kathryn Raper at ​303-814-4300 or email ardc@douglas.co.us