Volunteer Friendly Visitors-Langford and Colwood - Better at Home West Shore/Pacific centre family services association
Location
Colwood and Lanford BC
Impact Statement
We're searching for Volunteer Visitors with Heart. If you have some free time, and a big heart, you're well on your way to brightening a senior's day. Whether it's tea and conversation, local walk, share a common interest, such as local West Shore history, photography or identifying local birds. Your efforts will be appreciated to no end. Learn how easy it is to become a volunteer visitor, call or email today!
Description
Visit a senior in the community you live. We are looking for local community members living in Colwood or Langford who would like to share time with a senior. Gain meaning knowledge and experience. Reference may be provided after 3 months. An interest or experience in helping seniors would be an asset. Better at Home West Shore provides non-medical supports for seniors living in Langford and Colwood. No driving required during Friendly Visits.
Training Details
Orientation at onset and ongoing opportunities will be offered by the Coordinator.
Working Conditions
The friendly visit would be 1 hour 2x per month with a consistent *day (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Friday) and *time (between 10am to 2pm) that works for both Volunteer and Senior participant. A set plan would be put in place after an introduction visit with Coordinator.
Minimum Duration
7 - 12 months
Timing
Weekday - Daytime
Time Detail
1 hour 2x/month, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday between the hours of 10am to 2pm. *Note some locations may not be on a bus route.
Age
21+
Ideal for
An Individual
Transportation
On a bus route
Accessibility
Accessible work space
Area(s) of Interest
Caring Support, Senior Services
Skill(s)
Interpersonal Communication, Community Knowledge/Awareness, Computer Skills, Motivate Others, Self-Motivation
