Who We Are
Embrace the profound impact of compassion and companionship by volunteering with the Council on Aging Adult Day Respite Program, designed to support persons living with dementia/memory loss and their caregivers. Join our dedicated team to provide stimulating activities, personalized care, and a supportive environment, enriching the lives of our elderly participants and offering respite and reassurance to their families.
Opportunities in the Adult Day Respite Program can include the following:
• Adult Day Respite Program / Santa Rosa, Church of the Roses
• Adult Day Respite Program / Santa Rosa, Mendocino Site
• Adult Day Respite Program / Sonoma
• Adult Day Respite Program / Sebastopol
Opportunities in the Adult Day Respite Program can include the following:
See the links below for current opportunities available and job descriptions for each.
What We Do
The Council on Aging operates adult day respite centers that offer a supportive and engaging environment for older adults in need of daytime care and supervision. These centers provide a vital break for caregivers while ensuring that seniors receive personalized attention, stimulating activities, and necessary assistance, promoting their well-being and enhancing their quality of life.
Respite / Day Program Assistant Locations: Healdsburg / Santa Rosa / Sebastopol / Sonoma General Responsibilities: Helps the Day Program Coordinator with participant activities, supervision, cleaning and meal service
Supervising staff: Reports to the Day Program Coordinator at the designated site.
Duties: Assists with
o Group discussion
o Exercise o Entertainment
o Games
o Arts and crafts
o Serving lunch
o Cleaning furniture and supplies
o Set up / take down of room furniture and supplies
o Participant supervision and escorts throughout the building
Qualifications:
• Must have the ability to work well with senior population (dementia experience preferred)
• Ability to commit to one day per week for 3-4 hours, for a period of at least three months
• Background clearance from the Department of Justice and FBI are mandatory
• A statement of good health
• Proof of COVID vaccination
• Must also be willing to complete periodic educational requirements such as safety and health procedures
Details
| (707) 525-0143 ext. 121 | |
| lgalten@councilonaging.com | |
| Leigh Galten | |
| Volunteer Coordinator | |
| https://www.councilonaging.com/ |
