Volunteer Resources

Volunteer to Make a Difference in the Life of a Senior

You can be the one to make a big difference in the life of a senior! Dozens of elderly individuals throughout the greater Denver area stay connected with their community through the loving attention of our volunteers. When you donate your time, you enhance the quality of life and reduce the risk of isolation and loneliness for our seniors.

Friendly Visitor
Volunteers are matched with a JFS senior client. Our seniors thrive on personal attention and regular telephone calls from volunteers. Hours are flexible. Volunteers make a six-month commitment of approximately four hours per month. Read the story of Diana and Marge!

Fill out our online application here.

Bikur Cholim Para-chaplain
Para-chaplains visit isolated Jews who live in long-term care facilities (nursing homes, prisons, and hospitals) and in their own homes. Para-chaplains help create a warm Jewish connection and provide spiritual support by making a difference to people suffering from serious illness or isolation. Read a volunteer's experience as a para-chaplain. Hours are flexible. Volunteers make a six-month commitment of approximately four hours per month. Para-chaplains must complete 12 hours of training prior to assignment. Next session begins April 25, 2012.

Fill out our online application here.

For more information, contact Nancy Benyamin, Director of Volunteer Services, 720.248.4642, nbenyamin@jewishfamilyservice.org.