Opportunities From: Helpline Center Volunteer Connections

Volunteer: Memory Care Companion

Bring joy, comfort, and connection to older adults living with memory loss. As a Memory Care Companion, you’ll spend quality time with residents in a memory care setting, offering your presence, conversation, and care. Your visits provide meaningful social interaction, reduce loneliness, and help residents feel seen and valued.

Responsibilities:

Engage in friendly conversation, reminiscence, or simply offer a calm presence Take walks or sit together in shared spaces Participate in simple activities like puzzles, music, reading aloud, or looking at photos Offer gentle encouragement and reassurance as needed Follow safety protocols and guidance from staff when interacting with residents

You’re a great fit if you:

Are kind, patient, and a good listener Enjoy one-on-one interactions and can offer calm, steady companionship Understand or are willing to learn about dementia and memory care needs Can maintain appropriate boundaries and confidentiality

Agency: Edgewood Sioux Falls Memory Care

Bring joy, comfort, and connection to older adults living with memory loss. As a Memory Care Companion, you’ll spend quality time with residents in a memory care setting, offering your presence, conversation, and care. Your visits provide meaningful social interaction, reduce loneliness, and help residents feel seen and valued.

Responsibilities:

Engage in friendly conversation, reminiscence, or simply offer a calm presence Take walks or sit together in shared spaces Participate in simple activities like puzzles, music, reading aloud, or looking at photos Offer gentle encouragement and reassurance as needed Follow safety protocols and guidance from staff when interacting with residents

You’re a great fit if you:

Are kind, patient, and a good listener Enjoy one-on-one interactions and can offer calm, steady companionship Understand or are willing to learn about dementia and memory care needs Can maintain appropriate boundaries and confidentiality

Agency: Edgewood Sioux Falls Memory Care

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 57108

Allow Groups: Yes