Mike M, male, 62 years old
Mike is originally from Las Vegas, he’s been in Montana for thirty years now and lives across from Bozeman High. Mike worked on irrigation systems for his career, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, and his four children. Mike enjoys conversation, he is still somewhat independent and lives alone. He spends a lot of time watching YouTube such as cops, arrests, and other videos he finds funny or intriguing. Mike has four children with whom he is still very close. He would enjoy a friend who would like to come in and chat with him. He doesn’t want to get out much due to being on Oxygen 24/7. Mike is charming, he likes to laugh, is not afraid to swear, and visits his Grandchildren. Special Considerations: Oxygen 24/7 which causes him to be short of breath and limits his mobility.
Michael L, male, 82 years old
Michael lives at the Gallatin Rest Home, he is very social, loves human connection, and enjoys people visiting him. Michael was a great pool player and loves to talk about his awards. He served 2 tours in Vietnam and was a Navy Chief. He moved here from Utah years ago. Due to a car accident Michael has trouble keeping his balance and uses a walker. He is excited for a Befriender because he likes to help people so anyone to help him is great! Special Considerations: Mobility and since he is at the GRH he is not allowed to leave unless accompanied by a caretaker.
MaryKay M, 74 years old
Mary Kay is a longtime resident of Bozeman, she is a mother of two and also a great aunt. She loves sports, reading, and Gallatin Valley History! Mary Kay lives with her daughter behind Main Street. She enjoys socializing and she’s hoping to find a friend who wants to sit and talk at her home, maybe occasionally visit a museum or community event. A Befriender on the weekends is great too! Special Consideration: memory loss so occasionally can’t recall certain events and hearing loss. Her mobility is limited as well.
Marcy V, Livingston, 71 years old
Marcy lives in Livingston with her 3 cats, she enjoys socializing and doing different hobbies with people in her home. Marcy is an artist, she worked for Disney as well as owned a stained glass business. Marcy is very isolated, she never leaves her home due to her physical health. Marcy often sits by her landline so she can answer if someone calls. Marcy is a very selfless person but does not have much support. A befriender who would be willing to help with small tasks would be beneficial. Marcy is in Livingston so if anyone knows of someone over there who wants to volunteer, we would love to connect them! Special Considerations: Marcy uses a walker and does not leave her home due to her mobility.
Lee C, 87 years old
Lee was born in Tennessee, lived in Germany for 4 years, and has been in Montana since the 60s. Lee has a son in Spokane and misses him dearly. Lee was a nurse assistant and home care aide for her career. She likes to crochet, work on puzzles, and occasionally go out if she is up to it. She has a cat and she loves her so much. She also has a special interest in angels and frogs. Lee needs a rematch because her Befriender got too busy due to being a Vet. She loved Lee dearly and was sad to say goodbye. Lee needs someone who can be a support system for her. She is very kind,has a great sense of humor, and loves human connection. She doesn’t have much support out here and it’s hard for her to get to doctor’s appointments. Someone who would enjoy accompanying her to the doctor would also be great! Lee has a car that can fit her wheelchair, she recently got out of the hospital after a long stay and needs more support because she doesn’t have much family in Bozeman anymore. Lee would do well with someone who is comfortable helping her get in the car, strong, and has time to spare. Special Consideration: Lee is homebound and unable to leave home. She walks with a standing walker and is on long-term oxygen.
Mary Beth T, 78 years old
Mary Beth is originally from a family in Delaware, she had an extravagant life and had many experiences to share. She currently lives in Darlington Manor close to the senior center. Mary Beth owned a clothing factory and she was a great fundraiser. She moved to Big Timber from Arizona and she felt it wasn’t right for her. Due to Mary Beth’s situation, she has been very isolated from people. She loves to talk about her life experiences and is very open about things that have happened to her. She is super spunky with great taste. She loves to read and wants to start writing a book. Marybeth is in a unique situation and any community she can have is wonderful for her. Her car is broken and she misses her independence. She wants a friend, someone who can help advocate for her and assist in grocery shopping, running errands, and having genuine conversations.
John L, Male, 76 years old
John recently moved to the Bozeman Lodge, he has had a hard time making new connections due to having back pain which has left him mostly in his room. He is a very social guy and enjoys cracking jokes. John is originally from Tennessee, was an avid skier in Utah and was a math professor at MSU for 42 years. His interests include socializing, gambling, stamp collecting, and listening to music. His favorite artists are Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen, and Meatloaf, he also enjoys country. He enjoys card games, movies, and watching sports (Football and Baseball). John is a very amiable person who would greatly benefit from connection. Special Consideration: John's mobility is something he is working on. He is currently working on his movement with the support of PT and OT at the Lodge. Additionally, he has very early-onset dementia. He is still very with it but struggles a bit with time.
Karen B, 81 years old
Karen was born and Raised in Montana. She lives in Belgrade across from the high school with her husband. Karen is a wonderful woman with wisdom to share, life experiences, and is overall looking for a friend to do things in the community with. She enjoys being social and notices when she has company her brain works better. Karen spends a lot of time alone and has been needing someone she can call a friend. She owned her own art business and is a self taught musician. Karen would love to get back into old hobbies (art, music, community events) she doesn’t do anymore because doing them alone isn’t as fun. She is so kind, easy to talk to, and is so glad she found this program. She has many ideas of things she would love to do with a Befriender such as grabbing coffee, a meal, and going to the heart of the valley...she loves dogs! She likes people with enthusiasm and positive outlooks on life, she may want a Befriender who is 40 or older as well. She is excited to meet her Befriender and make a new connection. Special Consideration: Karen has vertigo and does better in the afternoons then the morning.
Jim G, Male, 81 years old
Jim lives in Bozeman with his wife, near the YMCA and has been here for 20 years. Jim is originally from the East Coast but lived in Minneapolis during his career. Jim was a Pilot for Pillsbury and his family has deep roots in Aviation. Jim’s dad was an Airline Pilot, his two sons are Pilots and some of his grandchildren have become Pilots as well. Jim loved being in the aviation world and found so much joy in what he did. Jim and his family would often come to MT for camping trips which pushed them to make the move to Bozeman. Jim has family that live in the area and also has a Grandson who plays football for the Bobcats! Jim loves going fishing and being active. He is funny and very social! He’s hoping to find a friend that would like to go for drives, maybe take him to Ace hardware on occasion or work on model aircraft planes. Jim is excited to make a new friend! Special Consideration: Jim has some short term memory loss but is very active and independent. His wife is his caretaker and sometimes needs a break to run errands. Having a Befriender to fill in those gaps would be great!
Karen S, 78 years old
Karen resides at the Gallatin Rest Home. She grew up in Missoula and then lived and taught 2nd grade most of her life in Ashland, MT. The community is primarily Native American and she has taught several generations of Native American students and has deep bonds to the community. Karen’s husband passed away a few years ago. She became bedridden because of her weight, but recently moved to Gallatin Rest Home where their staff and rehab have gotten her walking again. Her daughter and two grandkids (20 & 24 years old) live in Belgrade. She is looking for a friend to talk with, play cards or pinochle with, and give her general encouragement to get walking again! In recent months she has become depressed, so someone to lift her spirits is great too!
Special Consideration: Karen is not allowed to leave the facility she lives at and she does have some memory loss so may be confused about certain events at times.
Dorothy W, 92 years old
Dorothy recently moved to Montana from Illinois. She lives with her granddaughter in Gallatin Gateway, her house resides on the river at the entrance to the road to Big Sky. Dorothy would like more social support. Dorothy is lonely and wishes she had someone to paint with her. Maybe go to Arts on Fire occasionally. One of her closest friends is also from a senior support group similar to Befrienders. Since she had to move to Montana she no longer can see her but they stay in touch. Dorothy worked at a fabric store most of her life and very much enjoyed it. She loves social connections and is excited about this new journey in Montana. Special Consideration: On a walker but has to use a motorized Wheelchair for distances greater than 100 feet.
Marjorie J, 94 years old
Marjorie lives by Kirk Park. She grew up in Montana and spent most of her life working in real estate. She has 3 children, and one of her daughters lives nearby and visits! Marjorie loves to read and is hoping to find a friend that will help her read her new book, “Grizzly 399”. Marjorie also loves music and watching ball games from her window. She sometimes spends time on her Ipad to listen to books as well. She has a cat named Lily that she spends a lot of time with. Marjorie would prefer a Befriender that is in their late 20’s to 30’s or beyond. Special Considerations: Marjorie is hard of hearing and has macular degeneration.
Jack J, Male, 92 years old
Jack currently lives at The Springs, in Bozeman. He lived in Albuquerque, NM for a large part of his life and worked as a chemical engineer. Jack has three kids, and his daughter currently also lives in Bozeman. Jack is very friendly and talkative and enjoys crossword puzzles, history, family, and the southwest United States. He is looking for a friend to spend time with and have more social connections!
Special Consideration: Mobility
Doug R, Male , 72 years old
Doug lives in Bozeman, he and his wife moved here about 3 ½ years ago. Doug was born in Michigan and then later moved to New Hampshire where he met his wife of 40 years. Together they have 3 kids, all of which live very close. He has built a couple custom log homes, was a blacksmith and a farm manager. He’s hoping to see his friend Monday and/or Wednesday mornings. Doug does have Alzheimers but is still very active, someone to go for walks or even XC skiing would be great! Special Considerations: Alzheimers.
Last edited: 2/10/25
