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Safety Guidelines

Your safety and the safety of Elders is our priority.

For Elders

  • You will always be contacted by phone before any visit
  • You are never obligated to accept help — you can decline at any time
  • Volunteers are matched through coordinators who know your community
  • If anything feels wrong, contact your coordinator immediately
  • Never share financial information or give money to a volunteer

For Volunteers

  • Always contact the Elder by phone before visiting
  • Respect the Elder's home, privacy, and boundaries
  • Only provide the type of help that was requested
  • Never accept money or gifts for your service
  • Report any concerns to your coordinator right away
  • If you feel unsafe at any time, leave and contact the coordinator

What to Expect

All support is coordinated through a community coordinator. The coordinator:

  • Reviews every request before assigning a volunteer
  • Matches volunteers based on location, skills, and availability
  • Follows up after every visit to check on both the Elder and volunteer
  • Is available to address any concerns or issues

Reporting Concerns

If you have any safety concerns about a volunteer visit, contact your community coordinator. You can also reach the Minoo team through your dashboard.

In an emergency, always call 911.

For non-emergency community support, contact your band office or local social services.