OUR PROGRAMS:
FRIENDLY VISITOR/CALLER PROGRAM

As we age, keeping up old friendships or making new acquaintances may grow more difficult. Yet having a friend to laugh with or someone to chat with about current events or sports is so important to our health and happiness. J-Sei's volunteer visitors and callers are matched with an older adult who would benefit from lively conversation and companionship. Trained and screened volunteers make weekly connections through in-person visits or phone calls.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

1. Must be at least 60 years of age.
2. Should have difficulty with daily living tasks such as preparing meals, shopping, money management, using the telephone or doing light housework.

DONATION/FEE FOR SERVICE
Families may provide a donation if possible.

PROGRAM LOCATION
Friendly Visitors visit their companion in his/her own home. Friendly Callers call from their own home. Each volunteer undergoes a training and assessment at the J-Sei office.

THIS PROGRAM IS A VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY

CONTACT US
Miyuki Iwata, LCSW
Bilingual Case Manager
(510) 848-3560 x103
miyuki@j-sei.org