Interfaith Volunteer Caregivers of Bainbridge Island


"Give of your hands to serve and your hearts to love." -- Mother Teresa

Our Mission
  • To help persons of all ages and persuasions maintain their dignity and quality of life
  • To bring together persons of various faiths and good will to serve those in need within the community

Today, in every community, even on an Island like Bainbridge, there are people in need who fall through the cracks, whose needs are not addressed by existing programs:

  • Frail, elderly people with disabilities who need occasional help and emotional support so they can remain independent
  • Overburdened family caregivers who need an affordable way to get a break from their stressful responsibilities
  • People who, because of an accident or medical condition, need temporary help in their day-to-day living

In every community there are also people who, because of their faith or life-values, believe that service to others is an essential component of a well-rounded, balanced life. The challenge is to connect these people with needs and these people with a commitment to serve others. That is the task of the Interfaith Volunteer Caregivers of Bainbridge Island.

Who We Are

IVC is a tax-exempt, non-profit organization affiliated with the National Federation of Interfaith Volunteer Caregivers, Inc., and a member of the Bainbridge Foundation.

  • One of the more than 1,000 associations of caregivers in the United States providing free services to approximately 180,000 people.
  • An all-volunteer program of people with a commitment to helping to make life a little easier and more comfortable for our neighbors in need.
  • An agency providing services in collaboration with Helpline House and other local agencies.
What WE Can Do...
For the care receiver we provide direct assistance within a network of community support, including, but not limited to:
  • Respite for the caregiver
  • Transportation
  • Companionship
  • Occasional help with meals
  • Check-up calls
  • Personalized care
  • Household reorganization
  • Personal and household chores
  • Information and referrals
  • Advocacy and encouragement

For the volunteer we provide:
  • Training and continuing education
  • Opportunity for growth through participation in the lives of others in need
  • Ways to help in our office or in the community
  • Monthly support group
    What YOU Can Do...
    Receive help by letting us know what you need and how we can assist you. >
    Volunteer, Share your time
    If you have a little or a lot of time to share, and are willing to receive initial and ongoing training.
    Contribute financially --
    The majority of our funding comes from local congregations, individual donations and unsolicited gifts from care receivers.

Interfaith Volunteer Caregivers of Bainbridge Island
Location: Office - 175 Parfitt Way, Suite 115
Mailing Address: PO Box 11253
Bainbridge Island, WA 98110
Telephone: (206) 842-4441
General Hours: 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM Monday - Friday
Administrative Director: Kaycie Wood
Program Director: Karen Carson
Population served: All ages
E-Mail:ivc@bainbridge.net

Activities
Respite for the caregiver

Transportation

Personal visits

In-home help

Check-up calls

Administrative help

Volunteer Opportunities:

Youth: Baby-sitting, visiting, helping in the home and yard

Adults: Driving, visiting, helping in the home, baby-sitting, phone calls, respite care