| About the Position | |
| Position # | 2540 |
| Organization | Pacific Centre Family Services Association |
| Position | Volunteer Friendly Visitors-Langford and Colwood - Pacific centre family services association/Westshore Better at Home |
| Location | 324 Goldstream Avenue, Victoria, BC, Canada |
| Impact Statement |
Friendly visits by phone or in home, make a big difference to an Older adult! Enjoy learning local Westshore history, learn a new craft. Share a meal! Whether it's tea and conversation, local walk, share a common interest, knitting, crafts, build a puzzle, photography or identifying local birds. By phone check ins and reminder calls for cleans, events, meal deliveries. Your time and kindness will be appreciated. |
| Description |
Providing a visit to a older adult goes a long way in helping them feel connected to their community, and that someone cares! Gain meaningful knowledge and connections. Previous experience and interest in helping seniors would be an asset. Better at Home Westshore provides non-medical supports. Position doesn't include driving participant. Safety check in and brief details of visit, are reported to Program Coordinator once assignment complete. |
| COVID-19 Vaccination Required | Yes |
| Training Details | Program coordinator will provide orientation such as Communicating with Seniors, and safe handling of a walker. |
| Working Conditions |
Friendly visits take place in various Langford and Colwood locations in person or by phone. 15 minutes to 1 hour 1-4x/month, same/consistent day/time. A set plan will be put in place after introduction visit with/by Coordinator. |
| Minimum Duration | 7 - 12 months |
| Timing | Weekday - Daytime |
| Time Detail | 15 minutes to 1 hour 1-4x/month, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Friday between the hours of 10am to 330pm. |
| Age | 25+ |
| Ideal for | An Individual |
| Transportation | Car required |
| Accessibility | Accessible work space |
| Area(s) of Interest | Caring Support, Senior Services |
| Skill(s) | Interpersonal Communication, Plan & Co-ordinate, Computer Skills, Strategic Thinking, Self-Motivation |
| How to Apply | |
| Application Link: | |
| Website | http://www.PCFSA.org |
| Send an Email Message | |
| Contact | Dori Sinclair |
| Phone | 778-677-3540 |
| Address | #200-324 Goldstream Avenue Victoria,B.C., V9B 2W3 |
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