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Woodlands Senior Living of Farmington
Farmington, ME, US
Summary
Volunteers provide companionship and support to seniors through visits, conversation, and assistance with activities. They also help with practical tasks like delivering mail and meals or accompanying residents on walks.
Job Description
Description
Woodlands Senior Living has volunteer opportunities for those seeking to make a positive impact in the lives of seniors in their area.
WSL of Farmington is a community consisting of independent living apartments, assisted living and specialized memory care located in Farmington, Maine. We are part of Woodlands Senior Living, winner of the 2018 Maine Family Business of the Year award. Our purpose and promise is to provide superior, individualized care to seniors including those with Alzheimer's disease and other memory impairments.
Reasons to be a Senior Living Volunteer:
· Make a meaningful difference by building supportive friendships with residents
· Give back to the community by providing an invaluable service
· Gain valuable experience to strengthen skills for the workplace
What Senior Living volunteers do:
· Visit and talk with residents
· Assist during activities such as arts & crafts and games
· Deliver mail and write letters for residents
· Accompany residents on outings or walks around the premises
· Deliver meals or snacks
· Greet community visitors
Requirements
Volunteer applicants will be screened via background & reference checks and will be required to comply with immunization requirements. Volunteers will participate in an orientation program and in-service training.
*Required vaccinations include: MMR, Varicella, Seasonal Influenza
Since 1980, our family-owned organization has provided the people of Maine a trusted partner in assisted living and memory care. With locations throughout the state in both major cities and rural communities, Woodlands Senior Living makes each day the best day possible for every resident we serve, while helping to bring peace of mind to the people who love them.
We are diligent in employing a team of specially trained and carefully selected staff. Each of our locations is intentionally designed and impeccably maintained with residents’ comfort and safety directing every decision. An unwavering commitment to the wellbeing of the residents we serve has been—and always will be—our highest priority.
Since 1980, our family-owned organization has provided the people of Maine a trusted partner in assisted living and memory care. With locations throughout the state in both major cities and rural communities, Woodlands Senior Living makes each day the best day possible for every resident we serve, while helping to bring peace of mind to the people who love them.
We are diligent in employing a team of specially trained and carefully selected staff. Each of our locations is intentionally designed and impeccably maintained with residents’ comfort and safety directing every decision. An unwavering commitment to the wellbeing of the residents we serve has been—and always will be—our highest priority.
