Meet the Seniors Waiting for a Friend!
This summer, we've seen an abundance of senior applications, and more than 50 older adults across Gallatin Valley and Park County are waiting for a friend.
These seniors are veterans, gardeners, retired teachers, musicians, and lifelong Montanans, all hoping for someone to share coffee, conversation, and companionship with this summer.
Browse the profiles below. Your new friend is waiting for you.
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Seniors outside of Bozeman/Belgrade are on the last pages.
MaryBeth T, 79 years old
Marybeth grew up in Delaware and later spent her adult life living in many states across the country. She has a wealth of stories and experiences to share, along with a deep appreciation for history and the many fun facts she’s picked up along the way. She currently resides at Darlington Manor, close to the senior center. Marybeth has experienced some recent health-related transitions, which have at times led to feelings of isolation, though she truly enjoys getting out and connecting with others. She finds comfort in talking about the many changes she’s navigated over the past few years. Marybeth is spunky and has excellent taste in fashion and home design. She loves reading and hopes to one day write her own book. Since Marybeth no longer drives, getting out can be challenging. She would greatly appreciate a friend who can help with errands and shopping, explore new hobbies with her, and enjoy meaningful, genuine conversation. Special Considerations: No family connections and lacks support/resources.
David L, male, 74 years old
David is originally from Wisconsin. He moved here in 1996 because his sister lives here, but they are no longer close. David lives near the Bozeman Senior Center. He has a cat named Willy and enjoys listening to music, especially classic rock and classical. David lives at Darlington Manor and still drives himself. He used to enjoy photography but is unsure how to use the new technology. David has been feeling a sense of loneliness and needs people in the community with whom he can partake in activities and relate to. David is funny and edgy. Special consideration: His back causes problems, and mobility is limited in some situations.
Naida S, 92 years old
Naida lives at the Beehive in Belgrade. She is recently widowed and is in need of a friend. Naida used to teach early education and also taught at MSU. She enjoys reading mystery books, visiting with others, and listening to music. She is looking for a kind, patient friend to visit with her, have lunch, or go to events. Special Considerations: Some memory loss, but not diagnosed with any cognitive diseases. She also uses a walker.
Steve H, Male, 89 years old
Steve lives in Bozeman with his wife, out by the Hyalite foothills. He has Alzheimer’s and needs more social interaction. Steve is very sweet and is excited to make a new friend. He really enjoys socializing, whether it’s talking or just listening to someone. He was in the Coast Guard and was a teacher for his career, and loves music. Someone who would want to play chess and who could maybe play their instrument for him; they also have a piano. Steve would enjoy having someone sit with him rather than going on outings. This would be a good time for his wife, Sherrill, to get back into her hobbies, such as swimming. Steve is from San Francisco but moved here because his wife is from Montana. M, W, or Fri are potential days to see Steve, so they have flexibility. Special Considerations: Alzheimer’s, hard of hearing, and mobility is limited.
Sheryl B, 68 years old
Sheryl lives near the Loaf’ n Jug on Main. She is originally from Nebraska and grew up on a farm. She is a big Chiefs fan, and her Sundays are for football. Sheryl never had any children and is hoping for a Befriender who will help her organize her home. She needs to go through old paperwork and throw it away, wants to get rid of a bunch of clothes, and help put her sheets on her bed (she does everything else but can’t get the sheets on her bed). Sheryl loves friends with a raunchy and quirky sense of humor; she loves to laugh at ridiculous things. She would enjoy grabbing an occasional meal somewhere that is not expensive. Special Considerations: CPAP, on oxygen, mobility sometimes limited. Still drives.
Virginia S, 62 years old
Virginia lives in Bozeman behind Lowe’s. She is looking for someone who can keep her company and possibly help her with light housekeeping tasks, but overall, she gets lonely because she is homebound. She used to love traveling and adventures when she was younger. She still enjoys doing arts & crafts and gardening. She loves connection and new friends, and she is very nice and excited for this opportunity. Special Considerations: She uses a motorized wheelchair due to leg amputation and doesn’t have a prosthetic, so she is mostly confined to her room. Her mobility is limited.
Diane S, 75 years old
Diane lives at Brookdale near MSU. She was married for 18 years and has no kids. She is looking for a friend to chat with as her family lives out of state. She loves to socialize with others. Diane used to work at MSU in an administrative role and enjoys getting to know students and younger people. She enjoys reading, watching TV, and spending time with her cat! Diane is very funny and loves visitors. She does have some memory loss, so she gets scared when she doesn’t know where she is going. She would love to go for drives and also loves ice cream. Special Considerations: Diane has dementia. She has also lost a lot of weight, so long walks/outings are not a great option at this point.
Jerry F, Male, 78 years old
Jerry recently moved here from Colorado. He moved into an assisted living off of Oak and doesn’t know anyone in town. He is a retired college professor (business) and dean of workforce development (Indiana, Go Hoosiers!). He was also a HS teacher, Park Ranger, and Coach (tennis and football). Born and raised in Indiana. Lived in many places - Illinois, Wisconsin, Missouri, Texas, Massachusetts, Colorado, Montana twice. Divorced. Two boys, one of whom is a stepson. Not currently speaking with his sons, but he would like to. No communication with my ex-wife either. No other family or friends nearby. His hobbies are numismatics (coin collecting), camping, fishing, hunting/ shooting, watching movies, anything old west, and civil war, travel, and national parks. Jerry is having difficulty getting moved into his new apartment (unpacked, organized, settled). His speech therapist tries to help him when she is there, but there is a lot of work to do. Special Considerations: Parkinson's disease, chronic pain, diabetes, arthritis. Uses a power w/c, able to drive, has significant pain which limits him quite a bit. Able to transfer on his own. Cognitively mostly intact, strong memory skills.
John M, Male, 66 years old
John lives in assisted living near the hospital. He used to be a truck driver and lay asphalt. He also helped his brother with his sporting goods store. He loves to play golf, talk about auto mechanics, loves animals, hang out at the beach, and talk basketball. John is very sweet and funny; at his home he likes to sit in the sun and enjoy the fresh air. He is excited to have a new friend to make memories with. Special Consideration: Uses a walker
Mac M, 65 years old
Mac lives near Bozeman High and would like someone to visit so she can have more socialization. She lives with her 11-year-old teacup poodle, Barbie, whom she loves dearly! Those two go everywhere together. She is a veteran, and she used to volunteer with Family Promise, Love INC, & the Symphony. She loves to do diamond art and cross-stitching. Mac is looking for a volunteer who has a good sense of humor, likes to laugh, and can brighten her day when she is feeling down. She is hoping to make a new friend that might enjoy going to Wednesday bingo with her in Belgrade, go shopping, or just sit and chat with her. Mac has a sarcastic sense of humor and enjoys making others laugh! Special Considerations: Mac uses oxygen as she has lung cancer and is on hospice.
Martin S, Male, 75 years old
Martin lives in memory care off of Oak St. His wife visits him 4 days a week, but is hoping for another visitor to accompany him on walks or other hobbies he has. Martin was raised a Quaker in the Twin Cities; he also attended a Quaker farm high school in Iowa. He went to Graduate school for one year of philosophy and worked for many years as a reporter, then a copy editor. Walking--vigorously if he feels up to it; reading or being read to--Martin has books--poetry, humor, non-fiction, fiction. Scrabble, trivia, Family Feud, and crossword mind games; watching movies; watching Steven Colbert and other late-night comics; watching sports and the Olympics; and music. Martin likes to follow the news closely and still wants to hear it, but it is hard to get PBS at his home--other residents often have game shows on. His family hopes to get him a radio for NPR. He loved to read the NYT and Billings Gazette online, but currently has no laptop. Also loves extra snacks and food. Loves dogs and cats. Getting out may be important for Martin since he often thrives on walking and enjoys the nearby parks, but needs someone to accompany or drive him to them. He enjoys going out to dog parks or walking, getting a sandwich or treat, or playing games, or perhaps streaming news or Colbert. Special Considerations: Parkinson's with mild-moderate dementia and psychosis. He has hallucinations sometimes, like seeing a dog, etc. These are non-threatening, and he can usually tell they are not real. He is on medication that helps him redirect or be less bothered. He does not act out physically. Whoever is Martin's Befriender, it would be good if they can walk well and comfortably.
Anetta V, 91 years old
Anetta lives off of Hunters Way. She grew up outside of Chicago, but has lived in MT since the 1940s. She was married and has 2 sons. One of them lives in Eugene, and the other lives in Portland, OR. When she first moved to Bozeman, she worked at JCPenney’s and Sears. Once she had her two sons, she became a stay-at-home mom. She now enjoys reading, word searches, craft-making, flowers, listening to live music, going to activities at the Lodge, and shopping. A companion would greatly benefit Anetta. She would enjoy getting out of the Lodge for a little bit and running errands, going shopping, going on a drive, or possibly doing things around her apartment. She is a very sweet lady who is super excited about meeting a new friend! She would prefer an older, female volunteer who could meet with her in the mornings after 9 a.m. Special Considerations: uses a walker and can’t walk too far or for too long.
Angela R, 92 years old
As a young adult, Angela worked as a telephone operator in Montana. She moved to Southern California, got married, had 4 children, and was a stay-at-home mom. She lived in Buena Park and Yorba Linda, California, raising her young children. She enjoyed sewing, gardening, cooking, arts/crafts, spending time with her family/extended family, swimming in their pool, and having holiday parties. After her children grew up, she moved back to Bozeman, Montana. Angela worked as a food server at Hillcrest Retirement Home and then moved on as an intake admissions clerk at Bozeman Deaconess Hospital until her retirement at 78 years old. Her husband passed away a few years later, and from then on, she has been a bit lonely. Angela enjoys chatting, telling stories, reading, and old country music. She was recently diagnosed with Congestive Heart Failure, which was a bit of a shock for her, as she has been very healthy and active up until this point. However, she is living independently, eating healthy foods, and doing daily exercises to improve my heart and quality of life. She would love a friend to have visits with and to get outside once in a while for shopping, lunches, and maybe Sunday church. Special Considerations: She is currently walking with a walker due to arthritis in her knees and congestive heart failure. She also wears hearing aids.
Ann M, 78 years old
Ann just moved from Livingston to Bozeman to an assisted living near campus, and is looking for a friend to keep her company! She is from Missouri and has a diverse work history. She has 4 children, one of whom has sadly passed. She is also widowed. Ann used to love volunteering. She is a very social person, but has become lonely and is ready to meet someone new. She enjoys crafting, painting, and beading. She had a Befriender in Livingston, and her friend was so sad that she was moving; they had such a good time together! Ann is very sweet. Special Considerations: She is in the early stages of dementia and has trouble getting her words out sometimes, but overall is very capable and mobile.
Mary F, 88 years old
Mary lives in Bozeman; however, originally from San Francisco, Mary is a self-declared city girl! She has 2 other children as well. Mary used to be a bookkeeper. She enjoys reading, bowling, and going to thrift stores. She stays updated with all the famous celebrities and stars; people used to tell her she looked like Grace Kelly! Mary is a private person and would benefit from a consistent one-on-one match. She was also a house mother. She is looking for someone to visit with her and make her feel important! Special Considerations: She is in hospice care. She lacks mobility and is on oxygen.
Susan S, 81 years old
Susan lives in Belgrade. She was a medical transcriptionist for 34 years. Susan has a daughter, a grandson, and a great-granddaughter. She likes to do puzzles, read, go for drives, window shop, and go to little local restaurants for a drink. She also volunteers at her church. Susan would like to have someone to do things out and about with. Special Considerations: Susan doesn't have any mobility issues but does need shorter walks and does not drive anymore.
Debra W, 63 years old
Debra lives in Belgrade. She enjoys travel, going out to eat, theatre, cooking, fishing, animals, and history. Special Considerations: Has Cushing's Disease, osteoporosis, asthma, diabetes, and more. She can do stuff, but has to move slowly now or space out doing things.
James B, Male, 78 years old
James is widowed and has 3 grown sons. He was a painting instructor and football coach at Bozeman Schools. He was also a Ski Host at Big Sky Resort. He enjoys pheasant hunting, skiing, photography, art, and traveling. He did some travel in Iran and Venezuela! Special Considerations: Uses a cane.
Margarete M, 85 years old
Margarete just moved to Bozeman from Denver to be closer to her son! She is originally from Austria and survived WWII, being raised by her grandparents. Margarete is passionate about travel and has wonderful stories from watching the Sagrada Familia being built in Barcelona to meeting the Pope! She enjoys funny conversation and is interested in forming a friendship through Befrienders. Because she is new to Bozeman, exploring new spots and seeing the city is an interest of hers! Margarete lives near Rose Park. Special Considerations: She mentioned that she is struggling with sciatica and is looking to stay healthy and mobile. She does not drive.
Janice S, 91 years old
Janice lives off of Oak in a senior living facility. Janice has been a Befriender for the last 3 years, and her Befriender just moved away. They were really close to each other and continue to stay in touch. Janice used to work as a coordinator for Hollywood activities in Florida. Janice is a Christian and wants someone with the same values as her. She has two daughters and loves to engage in activities. Janice is very wise and loves human connection. She loves playing Bingo, word games, and cooking. She enjoys reading anything by Paul Harvey. She’s hoping to go to Olive Garden or Wendy’s with her Befriender and also have them over to visit with her at her senior living home in Bozeman. Special Considerations: Uses a wheelchair.
Brenda L, 84 years old
Brenda lives off of Oak in a senior living facility. Originally from Georgia, Brenda is a retired middle school math teacher, devoted wife to Nelson for 53 years until his passing in 2018, and proud mother of Andrew. She resides at The Cottage at Highgate Senior Living in Bozeman. Her interests include reading, education and mathematics, Penn State athletics, and her Presbyterian church community. Throughout her life, she has volunteered through her church and supported Penn State athletics and the School of Music. She values learning, faith, family, and community connection. Special Considerations: Brenda has significant short-term memory loss related to cognitive decline. She remains fairly ambulatory, with good hearing and vision, and does not use medical equipment or oxygen. Conversations may be most enjoyable when focused on the present and familiar interests.
Ivano P, 82 years old & Lou P, 78 years old
Ivano and Lou live together in a senior living facility off Catron Street. Ivano is originally from Switzerland, and Lou is originally from the Philippines. Throughout their lives, they have lived in several countries, including the Philippines and the United States. They have one son and a daughter-in-law who both live locally. Ivano enjoys spending time outdoors, especially hiking, and values good conversation. He appreciates connecting with others through sharing stories, experiences, and meaningful discussions. Lou holds a PhD and enjoys participating in activities in their community. She would enjoy having a befriender visit with her or join her in activities. Special Considerations: Ivano has Parkinson's disease and experiences some mobility challenges. Lou has advanced Alzheimer's disease. Please coordinate visits through Leah P, their daughter-in-law.
Karen B, 79 years old
Karen lives in Bozeman with her husband John and her 17-year-old cat Molly! She is an avid walker and needs someone to keep her company on these walks and help her get home with directions. Special Considerations: Karen has dementia and is described as pleasantly confused.
Verlyn R, Male, 93 years old
Verlyn lives in Bozeman and is an Army veteran. He used to live in Salt Lake City and is a collector of rocks, coins, records, and more. He loves talking about all of his collections! He lives alone with his cat and misses being active and engaged with people. Special Considerations: Verlyn uses a wheelchair. He also has parkinsons and vertigo.
Allen W, Male, 82 years old
Allen lives alone in Bozeman; most of his family is in Wisconsin. He is a widow and is seeking some conversation during the week. He loves fishing, painting pinecones, and poetry. He needs companionship and someone to be creative with! Special Considerations: Beginning to see signs of dementia, which is increasing some of his anxiety due to his wife passing away from Alzheimers.
Eldo H, Male, 96 years old
Eldo and his wife live in Belgrade! He was born in North Dakota, lived in California, and now lives in Montana. He used to ride horses and still loves to talk about those memories. He and his wife have a cat. A volunteer to watch old Westerns with him or to help get him outside for a little while would be wonderful! Special Considerations: Eldo is in hospice. He is also very hard of hearing and does not have great eyesight.
Richard E, Male, 73 years old
Richard has a diverse background that includes working as a building mechanic and in construction. He enjoys gardening and building low-voltage power systems, and he has had many unique life experiences, including motorcycle racing, street racing in his younger years, and an interest in the CIA space program. He would enjoy spending time with a volunteer who can help him get out of the house for outings to places like hardware stores and spending time in nature. Special Considerations: Right-foot amputee, TBI, wheelchair user most of the time.
Steve S, Male, 64 years old
Steve has a master's degree in business and agriculture and spent his career as a watermaster in Wyoming, ensuring water rights were fairly observed within the agricultural community. Coming from a Wyoming ranching family, he enjoys talking about agriculture, Western history, and his life experiences. He also loves Christian hymns, children, and pets. Steve is looking for male companionship and would especially enjoy spending time with a younger volunteer who shares his interests and enjoys good conversation. Special Considerations: Uses a wheelchair but is mobile, experienced a stroke yet cognitively sharp. Prefers to be matched with a male volunteer.
Lorraine P, 91 years old
Lorraine lives in Belgrade and is a creative and curious individual with a background as a bookkeeper and a passion for the arts. She enjoys quilting, dollhouse miniatures, reading, restoring furniture, and searching for unique antique pieces. Having grown up in a military family, Lorraine had the opportunity to travel and experience different parts of the world. She values companionship, meaningful conversation, and opportunities to stay mentally engaged while sharing her many interests and life experiences. Special Considerations: Lorraine has some mobility and vision limitations that should be considered when planning activities.
Nora L, 81 years old
Nora is very sweet! She has been in the program for a few years and would love to have a friend who could help her write a children's book about her cats! She tires easily, so some weeks a phone call is all she needs from a Befriender. She has been in Bozeman for 32 years. She is very kind, funny, and direct; she will tell you how it is. She is very open to the world around her and understands that life is full of hardships. She has always opened her doors to people who need someone to talk to. Nora plays the accordion and loves to do puzzles. She has two cats that she loves dearly and likes to keep busy. She would love to make a new friend to have someone to visit with! Nora lives near Oak and 19th. A friend who can be an advocate for her, especially in the winter months, when she sometimes can’t get her car cleaned off with the snow and will be stuck at home. A friendly neighbor who can call Nora to check in and come over to chat if she is up for it. Special Considerations: Nora can walk around but uses a walker to help her; she has some vertigo and is losing her vision.
Sandy O, 75 years old
Sandy lives in Belgrade near the airport with her husband. She and her husband are both very sweet, welcoming people. They have been married for 50 years and have 2 children together. As Sandy’s dementia has gotten worse, her husband is looking for someone to keep her company. Sandy is originally from California, and met her husband while living in Alaska! Sandy studied theatre in college and then went on to be a professor at MSU, teaching classes in Child and Family Studies. Sandy loves to talk about travel, academics, and her experiences as a professor. She is looking for someone who can chat with her, play card games, and read books with her. Sandy and her husband are homebodies and enjoy spending time with their daughter’s dog! Special Considerations: Sandy has memory loss, but opens up very quickly. She may get lost in her train of thought and start telling other stories, and will need some redirection.
Carol A, 90 years old
Carol is an independent senior who enjoys spending time with family, doing puzzles, and cooking. She recently moved to Bozeman to be closer to her family and is looking forward to getting to know the area. She would enjoy meeting with a friendly volunteer every other week for companionship and to help with errands like grocery shopping, banking, or appointments. Carol values staying active and independent and would appreciate someone to share conversation and time together while getting out into the community. Special Considerations: Carol is independent but prefers outings with minimal walking, as long distances can be difficult.
Nancy D, 81 years old
Nancy is a warm and thoughtful senior who enjoys reading, spending time with her granddaughter and family, and caring for her two cats. She is also active in her Christian faith and enjoys conversations about the Bible. After moving to Bozeman to be closer to family, Nancy is looking for a friendly volunteer to spend time with and provide a little extra support as she navigates this stage of life. Special Considerations: Nancy uses a walker and can be unsteady on her feet, especially while recovering from a lower back injury.
Rudy D, Male, 93 years old
Rudy grew up in Austria during WWII; however has lived in the same house in Bozeman for over 60 years! He started the digital photography program as an MSU photography professor and still loves to talk about and engage in photography. He loves to read, be in nature, and listen to music. He identifies as a Catholic Buddhist. He is looking for a little more interaction during his weeks! Special Considerations: Rudi is in hospice and has some hearing and mobility loss.
Seniors Outside of Bozeman & Belgrade
Jeffrey K, Male, Norris Rd, 70 years old
Jeffrey lives on the Madison River with his wife, and his main hobby in life is working. His wife ran the little farm they live on while Jeffrey worked full-time. Jeffrey’s wife needs a friend for him so she can leave a few hours a week because she is overwhelmed with being with him 24/7. Jeffrey is social, but his understanding has been declining. A friend to spend time with Jeffrey, going for walks or playing games. Special Considerations: Foot surgery and cognitive impairment.
Marcy V, Livingston, 72 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 easy-going person, but does not have much support. A befriender who would be willing to help with small tasks would be beneficial. Special Considerations: Marcy uses a walker and does not leave her home due to her mobility.
Dennis M, Big Sky, Male, 75 years old
Dennis lives in Gallatin Gateway with his wife. He used to be an Eagle Scout and a financial analyst. He enjoys listening to classical music, hiking, and furniture building/working in the shop. Special Considerations: He is diagnosed with dementia and has short-term memory.
Patty W, Manhattan, 69 years old
Patty lives in a memory care home in Manhattan. She was born and raised in North Pole, Alaska, and has recently moved to Montana to be with family due to her memory loss. She has dementia and aphasia, and has been feeling anxious and lonely due to this. She has a son, daughter-in-law, and granddaughter that live locally and 2 daughters that live out-of-state. She enjoys gardening, church, animals, walking, exercise, socializing with others, and music. Patty is also very family-oriented and enjoys sports, especially soccer. Special Considerations: Fall risk as she is a little unsteady on her feet due to osteoporosis, so slow walks with linked arms would be best. She is also very hard to understand due to her aphasia. Prefers female Befriender. It would work best if a volunteer could come between 2 pm-4 pm, as that is when she feels most lonely!
Ron K, Male, Manhattan, 69 years old
Ron lives in Manhattan and is originally from Minnesota. He is funny and enjoys company. Ron is hoping to have some help bringing groceries into his house or working on his truck together. He loves hunting, fishing, shooting, and enjoying the outdoors. Ron used to be a hunting guide and moved out west to go to guide school. Ron still drives but could use some support with heavy lifting and other small tasks. Special Considerations: Ron uses a walker and has shortness of breath, so he uses oxygen.
Suzee K, Livingston, 86 years old
Suzee is Earl’s wife, and she also would love a Befriender because she is lonely and wishes they had more friends to do things with, such as go for a picnic, walk around town, grab lunch; she is up for anything! She loves God and is open to the world around her. She is so sweet, kind, and loves human connection. Suzee and her husband are very close and have so many stories of their life to share. She is so excited for a new friend and to be in the program. Their daughter lives nearby in Livingston, and they are very close to her.
Bob P, Male, Manhattan, 70 years old
Bob lives alone and is feeling lonely these days, especially since he can no longer drive. A Marine veteran with a big heart and a great sense of humor, Bob is looking for more support and companionship in his day-to-day life. He’s a regular churchgoer and would enjoy spending time with someone who can share conversation, laughter, and maybe a few stories. Bob absolutely adores his five cats; he says, “They are my friends!” and doesn’t mind that his house is a bit messy or smells like cats. He’s sweet, funny, and would really benefit from a caring visitor who can brighten his week and help him stay connected to the world outside his home. Special Considerations: Bob’s housing situation is intense. He lives on Main St,
Manhattan, and it is sort of a shack, with hanging debris and open walls to the outdoors. He is very friendly and has a Befriender who owns a thrift store and brings him things, but Bob needs more support since his Befriender has a lot of kids and can’t always meet each week. Bob has no desire to move because he loves his 7 cats.
Jessie A, Manhattan, 67 years old
Jessie lives in Manhattan with her daughter. She used to be a respiratory therapist. She enjoys making jewelry, weaving, and making pot holders. She has also lived many places, including Alaska and the East Coast. She is struggling with social isolation and loneliness and would enjoy a friend to keep her company. Special Considerations: She uses a wheelchair. Her daughter runs a doggy daycare and boarding business out of their home, so there are usually a few dogs always present. Their home is also unkempt and a little stuffy.
Sylvia B, Livingston, 75 years old
Sylvia lives alone in Livingston. She filled out her own application when she learned about Befrienders online. Sylvia is from Montana and has a long family history here. She used to be a stay-at-home mom. She also used to clean houses and mow lawns. She enjoys chatting with others, laughing, and talking to people online. She spends a lot of her time alone and doesn’t have much of a relationship with her family anymore, which has brought some sadness into her life, but she says, “Life is too short to dwell.” She could use a friend to show her she matters and maybe help run errands too. Special Considerations: hearing and mobility.
Danette T, Livingston, 57 years old
Danette lives at Livingston Health and Rehab. She has 6 siblings! She enjoys playing bingo and engaging in other activities that are put on. She loves to be the star of the show and is warm, kind, and funny. She would benefit from having someone to visit with her in a one-on-one setting. Special Considerations: She has a developmental delay.
Joetta H, Livingston, 85 years old
Joetta recently moved to Livingston. She has been a Befriender in the program for a few years. She used to spend her days knitting, drawing, and watching TV. She’s from North Dakota but was born in Colorado. Joetta was working on finishing her Psychology degree and loves to chat about life. Joetta loves playing Dominoes and other games. She hopes to have a visitor and someone to talk to. Her daughter lives in Bozeman, and Joetta lives in an assisted living facility in Livingston. Special Considerations: Unsteady when walking, low vision, and hearing.
Sharon F, Livingston, 84 years old
Sharon’s daughter is her full-time caregiver. Sharon wants to be more active with walking and maybe even lifting weights! She loves gardening, coffee, and conversation and is hoping to gain a friend through this process. Sharon likes arts and crafts, especially pottery and LOVES horses. Special Considerations: She has dementia and is at risk of falls.
Carol G, Whitehall, 84 years old
Carol lives in Whitehall and needs a Befriender. If there is someone who lives near or knows of someone in Whitehall who would like to be a befriender, spread the word! Carol is very sweet; she has a great sense of humor, and she grew up in New Jersey. She enjoys knitting, crocheting, sewing, needlepoint, lunch, going shopping, cards, and genuine company. She is always up for an adventure, whether it’s grabbing lunch or a drive around town. Special Considerations: Carol uses a walker and is very independent when navigating her mobility. She has some short-term memory issues with certain events, but can recall the bigger picture.
Arlene G, Big Sky, 80 years old
Arlene just moved from Nevada to be next to her daughter in Big Sky! She would enjoy having a friend come over and visit, and occasionally go into town to shop, but not that often, since she has a tendency to overshop, haha. She doesn’t want to join any groups, but a one-on-one friendship piqued her interest. Special Considerations: At fall risk, needs to be reminded to use her cane, and has some memory loss, but lives independently.
Janet H, Livingston, 81 years old
Janet lives alone and would benefit from regular companionship and social connection. Her family is hoping to match her with a friendly volunteer who can provide meaningful visits and enjoyable conversation. Her specific hobbies and interests can be explored with her and her granddaughter to help create a good volunteer match. Special Considerations: Dementia
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