[Seniorresources] Christmas Week ElderFriends & The Department of Gerontology

[Kiersten Ware]

VOLUNTEERS DELIVER “FRIENDLY BASKETS OF CHEER” AND VISIT WITH  
ISOLATED ELDERS DURING HOLIDAY WEEK



ElderFriends, a program of Family Lifeline will partner with the  
Department of Gerontology, VCU to collect, assemble and deliver  
Friendly Baskets of Cheer and spend some time visiting with an  
isolated elder friend Christmas week (December 18th & 20th).   
ElderFriends is a volunteer based, friendly visitation program, which  
matches community volunteers with isolated elders for friendship and  
socialization on an “ongoing” basis.  Many seniors live alone  
without much support from family and friends.  This event offers a  
“one-time” volunteer opportunity for community members who wish to  
volunteer and get involved.  Participate in sharing a basket of  
goodies and a visit an isolated elder- Make your own holiday more  
meaningful and memorable- Call today to sign up for a "Friendly  
Basket of Cheer" or Volunteer!

Contact ElderFriends at 804-249-5432

NOTE: Elder participants must: Live Alone, Be Age 60+, and Welcome a  
friendly visit for 1-hour with delivery of basket.




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