The jury is in on the importance of having an opportunity to continue giving back to our fellow human beings—and all the causes and needs they represent. This is one major finding of the 2005 MetLife Study that links the importance of making a difference in others’ lives with one’s own emotional and physical well-being.
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“New research affirms that an appeal to idealism and making a difference can engage aging baby boomers in service.”
Touchmark’s Full Life Wellness & Life Enrichment Program incorporates these principles in several ways for residents, families, neighbors, and citizens from the surrounding community. In particular, within the Intergenerational and Community Partners program areas, there are numerous examples of people helping with programs and services for hospitals, blood banks, schools, park and recreation departments, and much, much more. Whether clearing and maintaining the River Trail in Bend, Oregon, knitting hats for newborn babies in Edmonton, Alberta, or being a Reader Pal in Spokane, Washington, hundreds of Touchmark residents share their expertise and talents.
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Volunteer Focus
McLean Family - Vancouver Washington
Volunteering is a way of life for the McLean family of Vancouver, Washington, who won’t let a week go by without making a trip to Waterford at Fairway Village to visit with residents. Each Tuesday, Kelly brings five-year-old Teyline and one-year-old Aderyn to participate in games and crafts. On weekend mornings, Kevin plays cards with a few women, paints their fingernails, and reminisces. Occasionally, the entire family comes on weekends. “This is a real amazing family,” says Life Enrichment/Wellness Director Kellie Wagnild. “There are always lots of smiles and hugs when they visit.”
Similarly, Touchmark recruits volunteers and provides opportunities for people to assist with programs and services. The process for volunteering is very much like applying for a job at Touchmark: Interested volunteers contact the community, fill out an application, and proceed through reference and background checks, orientation, and training. Touchmark places a high value on finding an exact fit for every qualified volunteer.
To find out more about volunteer opportunities within Touchmark, call the main number shown on this page or click here to contact us and convey your interest.
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