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In - home Recreation Volunteers Needed

On-Site Ongoing Student Friendly 55+ Friendly

Summary

Want to make a difference in the life of someone living with Dementia and their families? Like the idea of building a friendship?

Location

Address
435 Windermere Rd.
London, Ontario N6G 2M3

When

Opportunity Type
Ongoing - Start Anytime
Schedule
Asap

About This Opportunity

Are you looking to make a difference in a person's life living with dementia? If so, we need you! We are currently recruiting volunteers to be a part of our In-home Recreation Program in Elgin, Middlesex and Oxford counties. Volunteers in the In-home Recreation program are matched 1:1 with a client and meet once/week in the client’s home for 2 hours. You will provide meaningful activities and be a regular social connection for our client's living with dementia, while allowing the care partners to have respite time. Volunteers in this role form long lasting and meaningful relationships with clients, and rave about the program! 

If working 1:1 and building a connection with someone is something that interests you, please apply today. Apply at: https://alzswp.ca/volunteer/ 

 Required Qualifications/Training: Willing to complete all required training provided by the Alzheimer Society Southwest Partners Skills 

Preferred: High Beginner ESL - Advanced ESL we have clients who speak various languages, but all have an understanding of English.  Strong Communication skills.  Organization skills.  

Additional Opportunity Information: Travel to client's home required once/week for 2 hours. A minimum of 12 visits is required as the commitment. 

 Job Type: Casual 

Schedule: Day shift Monday to Friday 

Work Location: In person

Volunteer Requirements

Whether you meet these requirements or not, we encourage you to share your interest in us. You may still be a fit for a different opportunity with our organization.

  • Minimum 18 years of age
  • Vulnerable Sector Check

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