Coffee Talkers Needed! (Remote Opportunity)

Help bring cheer and smiles to older Minnesotans with your friendly voice. Be a Weekday Morning Coffee Talker! Coffee Talk is a drop-in chat line that connects socially isolated older adults with caring volunteers for friendly conversation. With a welcoming voice and a listening ear, you can provide friendly converstion to older Minnesotans who are feeling isolated or lonely and looking for more social connection. Callers only need to share their first name-no registration or appointment is required. Coffee Talk is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to noon CST. Will you be there to pick up when someone calls to chat? We’re currently looking for extra support on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, with shifts ranging from 2 to 4 hours. Volunteers must be 18+, complete a volunteer application, pass a background check and go through the volunteer training. This is a virtual, remote volunteer opportunity with training and staff support provided. *Currently, we ask that all volunteers live in Minnesota. *University students needing volunteer hours for class are welcome to apply. For more information about volunteering, please contact Emma at elucchesi@friendsco.org or 612-746-0746! 1 shift available: Weekly shift from 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. OR 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.: 08:00 to 12:00 CST