Wednesday Coffee Talkers Needed! (Remote Opportunity)

Help bring cheer and smiles to older Minnesotans with your friendly voice. Be a Wednesday 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 Wednesday from 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (2-4 hour shifts available) 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