Program/Department Details:
Nav-CARE is a free volunteer navigation program that supports people with declining health to live as well and independently in the community for as long as possible. Specially trained Nav-CARE volunteers help clients to access resources and services in their community, while providing companionship and emotional support.
Assignment Summary:
Nav-CARE volunteers will typically have 1-2 clients who they will visit in the client's home once every 2-3 weeks. The timing and frequency of visits is at the discretion of the client and the volunteer.

Nav-CARE volunteers can assist with many things including:
identifying resources and services available in the community that may be helpful to the Nav-CARE client
assisting the client to re-engage in activities and hobbies that are meaningful to them
listening and providing support
offering one-on-one relationships tailored to the needs of the client
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