The Buddy Program

Buddy ProgramThe Buddy Program matches vetted volunteers, age 55 and up, with older adults based on shared interests. The goal of the program is to foster supportive relationships around a hobby or activity allowing both the Buddy and the volunteer to learn, teach and grow.

Are you an older adult that has left behind a beloved hobby such as gardening or fishing as it has become harder to do alone? Let us help you find a volunteer that shares your interest and can help you get the flowers blooming or the fish biting!

Would you or a family member like to participate in The Buddy Program?Buddy Program Volunteer
Call our Family Service Navigator at 706-549-4850 for more information.

Are you interested in serving as a Buddy Program Volunteer?
Click here to visit our Senior Corps Volunteer page.

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2024 Annual Report
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2024 was filled with exciting change, new memories, and so much more! At ACCA, we create intentional and welcoming programming to bring socialization opportunities, wellness resources, and support to our Northeast Georgia community, but we couldn’t do what we do without support from people like you. We are so grateful […]

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Connections, Fall 2024
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Updates on Flood Damage at ACCA
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On June 11, 2023, muddy water from a nearby construction site flooded into our building. It was a Sunday morning, so the building was empty. The water flowed through the main building, ruining floors, soaking drywall, drenching carpet, damaging bathroom fixtures. But those things can be fixed. The harm to […]

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