Bring Joy to
isolated seniors.

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Help us reach over 30,000
isolated seniors this year.

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60% of seniors in care do not
receive visitors regularly.

OUR MISSION

Reducing social isolation for over 20 years.

Our volunteer chapter network provides in-person programming to local senior home residents, while our My Dear Friend campaign reaches tens of thousands of seniors in care.

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VOLUNTEER CHAPTER NETWORK

Empowering Beautiful Connections

We provide training, mentorship, and recognition to our teen volunteer
chapter network.

Our chapters bring dignity and companionship to seniors in care, while developing critical leadership skills and life experiences. 

OUR CHAPTERS
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Fostering a movement of teen leaders.

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