Help Mankato seniors stay active, healthy and independent - Become a companion today!
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Make a difference in the life of an older adult, share your skills, meet new people, and have fun in the community. Senior Companions volunteer support older adults who need a little extra help to continue living at home, stay healthy, and remain as independent as possible.Through in-home visits a few hours a week, you will offer older adults assistance with daily activities and appointments, a link to the community, and an opportunity for meaningful friendship. We carefully match each older adult and companion, and visits are scheduled for weekdays during regular business hours.Companions are needed in both rural and metro areas including in Brainerd, Mankato, Rochester, St.Cloud and the Twin Cities.Volunteer Companions receive: A monthly stipend, mileage reimbursement, training, and recognition. We look forward to partnering with you - the life you change may be your own!
About Lutheran Social Service of MN
LSS is the largest, statewide non-profit social service agency in Minnesota with over 2, 400 employees who serve in 300 communities. It is owned by the six Minnesota synods of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA). Services are divided into four divisions:Children and YouthFamilies and AdultsOlder AdultsPeople with DisabilitiesVolunteers are a growing part of LSS with more than 10,000 active volunteers working for the vision: LSS Volunteers change lives by encouraging hope and connecting communities, by energizing staff and enhancing services, by growing their own talents and sense of purpose.
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