We would like to invite you to become part of our Friendly Visiting & Phone Reassurance Programs, a wonderful opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of isolated individuals within our community. By joining this program, you have the chance to bring joy, companionship, and a sense of belonging to those who may be experiencing loneliness.

Make a Real Difference: Your time and companionship can significantly improve the quality of life for isolated individuals in our community.

The Friendly Visiting volunteer provides companionship and assurance that the care receiver is in a safe 

environment. They focus on enhancing the quality of the person they are visiting by providing in person human socialization, support, and concern. 

 

The Phone Pal volunteer provides relief from isolation with friendly conversation via phone, email or letters. Check-in calls will help caregivers and receivers find a sense of safety and security.  

· Comply with program policies and procedures of Faith in Action.

· Provide socialization through conversation, reading, playing cards, or other games, encouraging participation in

 hobbies of interest to care receiver.

· Respite: Provide simple housekeeping activities when necessary in order to maintain a safe environment.

· Respite: Supervise and help over mealtime.

· Report concerns which may arise during caregiving with Faith in Action Coordinator.

· Document volunteer hours and turn in to Faith in Action office at the end of the month.

Faith in Action for Cass County is a 501(c)3, non-profit, charitable organization and also a local collaborative effort among faith communities, community agencies, donors and individuals with gifts of service.
FIA does not Charge for services, although donations are accepted with gratitude. Income does not determine eligibility, yet we strive to assist those who lack other resources.

FIA provides non-medical, neighborly assistance to older adults, adults with disabilities and others experiencing difficult circumstances.
We arrange neighbors help with meal delivery, respite, friendly visiting, phone reassurance, transportation, minor home repair, ramp building & other household chores. FIA invites you to consider joining us in our mission of service. Everyone has gifts and talents to bring, regardless of age, income or disability.