| About the Position | |
| Position # | 3819 |
| Organization | CNIB |
| Position | Vision Mate |
| Impact Statement | Make a difference in the lives of blind or partially sighted people in your community! |
| Description |
The Vision Mate program matches people who are blind or partially sighted with sighted volunteers who provide companionship and one-on-one assistance with everyday tasks and errands. Vision Mate volunteers can assist individuals with various activities including errands, going for walks, labelling and organizing household items, reading, or fun outings and recreational activities. Matches are made with someone who lives close to your home, school or work. Visits are typically two hours a week in the person’s home or another suitable place at a mutually convenient time. We aim to match people for a minimum of six months, though there is no maximum time for a match to continue. Ideally, it will continue for years to come, as the Vision Mate relationship often transitions to friendship over time. |
| Training Details | Orientation & Training provided virtually (Zoom) by CNIB |
| Working Conditions |
Indoor or outdoor, tasks may vary depending on the needs of our participants Not supervised on site, support and supervision offered from a distance by program lead |
| Minimum Duration | 7 - 12 months |
| Timing | Anytime |
| Time Detail |
2 hours minimum per week, once per week Schedule may vary depending on participant's availability and yours |
| Age | 18+ |
| Ideal for | An Individual |
| Transportation | On a bus route |
| Area(s) of Interest | Caring Support, Driver/Transportation, Senior Services |
| Skill(s) | Cultural Awareness/Sensitivity, Interpersonal Communication, Sensitivity, Empathy, Ethical Framework, Flexibility |
| How to Apply | |
| Application Link: | |
| Website | http://www.cnib.ca |
| Send an Email Message | |
| Contact | Leni White |
| Phone | 250-216-9909; 250-595-1100, ext. 6039 |
| Address | 102-1675 Douglas Street Victoria, V8W 2G5 |