Sample project profile · Community wellbeing · Vilnius, Lithuania

Neighborhood Companionship Program for Older Residents

A 12-week pilot helping older residents living alone connect with volunteers, weekly activities, and a trusted local host space.

Problem

Older residents may experience loneliness and limited access to regular, low-pressure local social activities.

Project concept

Coordinate a small companionship pilot with a community center, volunteer coordinator, referral partner, and light funding/resource support.

Stakeholders needed

  • Project owner
  • Community host
  • Volunteer coordinator
  • Municipality contact

Funding/resource paths

  • Municipal community support program
  • Local foundation small grants
  • In-kind venue partnership

Action plan preview

  • Confirm host partner
  • Validate referral route
  • Prepare pilot budget
  • Capture lessons

Knowledge used

  • 12-week civic pilot template
  • Volunteer coordination checklist
  • Funding readiness checklist
Staging