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Companion & Activity Partner

At Old Friends Club, we believe that meaningful relationships and activities should be accessible to everyone, regardless of cognitive changes. We are looking for compassionate and patient individuals who are willing to be in the present moment with our members.

Shifts are typically 9:30 - 3:30 p.m. once or twice per week. Half shifts are available.

An Average Day Looks Like:

  • Coffee & Conversation
  • Stretching & Walks
  • Brain Games
  • Creative Process Activities
  • Lunch
  • Movement Activities
  • Music

Assist Members With:

  • Facilitate conversations
  • Encourage members to engage in activities such as music, art, or games
  • Serve lunch
  • Ease the transition from one activity to the next
  • Bond with a member needing extra one-on-one attention

Necessary Skills:

  • Be open-minded
  • Have a positive attitude
  • Patience
  • Flexibility
  • A willingness to learn and adapt to ever-changing personalities
  • Compassion

Additional Details

  • Program Location: The Camano Center
  • Old Friends Club meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
  • Volunteer time commitment is 6 hours from 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. or half shifts.
  • A background check, confidentiality agreement, and a photo release are required for all volunteers.
  • Indoor and outdoor activities

Being a friend with the Old Friends Club truly provides a meaningful opportunity for me to be a true friend to folks suffering the trials of dementia. My life has truly been fulfilled through the action of being a ‘friend’.

Interested in this opportunity? Apply here or continue browsing for more opportunities.

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The Camano Center and 2nd Chance Thrift Shop are owned and operated by Camano Senior Services Association, a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization. Tax ID 91-1172309

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Camano Center
606 Arrowhead Road

Camano Island, WA 98282
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