Make a Meaningful Difference—One Relationship at a Time

Ways to Volunteer

• Coffee & Conversation – Join small group gatherings with older adults
• Driving Support – Provide rides to and from LBFE events
• Social Visits – Spend time one-to-one with an older adult
• Special Events & Celebrations – Help with holidays, birthdays, and seasonal gatherings

About the role

LBFE–Chicago seeks compassionate volunteers who want to build genuine, one-to-one relationships with older adults in their community.

Responsibilities

Volunteers will engage in various activities such as coffee & conversation gatherings, driving support, social visits, and special events & celebrations.

Requirements

No specific requirements are mentioned other than being compassionate and willing to build genuine, one-to-one relationships with older adults.

Qualifications

No specific qualifications are mentioned beyond the desire to build relationships with older adults.

Skills

Flexibility in schedule, patience, and the ability to connect with older adults are key skills needed for this role.

Benefits

Volunteering with LBFE provides the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of older adults, fostering connections and reducing feelings of isolation.

Pay

No pay is mentioned for volunteering with LBFE.

Schedule

Volunteer schedules can be flexible to accommodate the needs of both the volunteers and the older adults they serve.