Volunteers Needed For I-You Venture’s Friendly Visitor Program

SANTA CRUZ, CA - From Family Service Agency of Central Coast: Everyone smiles when those in skilled nursing facilities receive a visit from a friend! You can make a difference to many residents whose families live too far away to visit or may not have anyone left to visit them. I-You Venture helps connect seniors and residents to the community, as many of the men and women in these facilities are often alone and forgotten. Our Friendly Visitor Program and volunteers help residents overcome this isolation.

I-You Venture volunteers are involved in a broad range of activities including one-to-one visits or assisting with group visits such as music, movement, games or reading. This is a rewarding experience for both seniors and volunteers. Volunteers benefit by building caring relationships and sharing the experiences of others!

For further information contact I-You Venture, Family Service Agency of the Central Coast, (www.fsa-cc.org), 831-459-8917, Ext 205 or Cleveland.n@fsa-cc.org

Photo courtesy of Family Service Agency of the Central Coast