Make a lasting difference
Join Senior Friends Network and brighten a senior's life. Discover a fulfilling volunteer experience rooted in genuine connection and purpose. Be the friendly face that makes all the difference.
Why volunteer with us?
People volunteer at Senior Friends Network because they want to make a real, personal, and lasting difference in someone’s life. Our volunteers are drawn to meaningful connection, a sense of purpose, and the opportunity to brighten a senior’s day simply by showing up with kindness.
A mission that truly matters
Our work addresses one of the most overlooked issues facing older adults: loneliness. Volunteers know their time has immediate impact — often after the very first visit or letter. The mission is clear, heartfelt, and deeply needed.
Genuine, one-on-one relationships
Unlike many volunteer roles that are task-based or event-focused, our volunteers form real friendships. They get to know one senior well, build trust over time, and become a consistent source of companionship. It is human, steady, and personal.
Flexibility that fits different personalities
People can volunteer in the way that feels right for them: In-person or phone visits, life story recording, letter writing and cards. This flexibility makes volunteering accessible to introverts, extroverts, busy professionals, students, and retirees alike.
The ideal senior friends network volunteer
The perfect Senior Friends Network volunteer is someone who believes in the power of connection and understands how much a simple, consistent act of kindness can mean to an older adult. They are compassionate, reliable, and genuinely interested in building a meaningful relationship with a senior.
Kind and empathetic
They listen with patience, respond with understanding, and treat seniors with respect. They value the dignity of older adults and enjoy learning about their lives.
Positive changes for seniors
Volunteers at Senior Friends Network make a measurable and life-changing difference in the well-being of the seniors they support. Even simple, consistent interactions can transform how a senior feels each day.
