| About the Position | |
| Position # | 3113 |
| Organization | Lifetime Networks |
| Position | Network Friend 2022-1 - Volunteer to Build A Friendship with a person with diverseabilities (COVID - low or no contact) |
| Impact Statement |
VISION, MISSION AND VALUES Lifetime Networks Vision We see a future where people with disabilities live safely in their communities, where they can fulfill their potential, and enjoy lifelong friendships and support. Lifetime Networks Mission We build and maintain Networks of lifetime friendships to support people with disabilities. Lifetime Networks Values Lifetime Networks values and demonstrates: Person rather than program centred planning A commitment to maintaining Networks for the lifetime of the person being supported Accessibility to services with no eligibility restrictions Respectfulness through recognition and celebration of the inherent worth of each person Financial responsibility by working diligently to keep services and supports cost effective and affordable Volunteerism through belief in the importance of unpaid relationships in the lives of people we support Lifetime friendships and support for people with disabilities |
| Description | We are looking for a volunteer who is interested in building a committed friendship with an independent man in his mid 30s. Through Lifetime Networks, we are looking for peers who are able to hang out with him once or twice a month. He enjoys many activities with his network friends including: going for walks in the Fernwood area or Downtown; baked goods and food; and discussing history. He communicates well over the phone and in person but does not wish to text/e-mail/zoom. The ideal candidate would be able to meet him at his home in the Fernwood area. |
| COVID-19 Vaccination Required | Yes |
| Training Details | If this position is of interest to you, please contact Emily at volunteer@LNV.ca |
| Working Conditions | Build A Friendship with a person with diverseabilities (COVID - low or no contact) |
| Minimum Duration | More than 1 year |
| Timing | Anytime |
| Time Detail | A visit with the focus person once or twice each month. |
| Age | 19+ |
| Ideal for | An Individual |
| Transportation | On a bus route |
| Area(s) of Interest | Caring Support |
| Skill(s) | Interpersonal Communication, Empathy, Respect |
| How to Apply | |
| Application File: | |
| Website | http://www.lifetimenetworks.org |
| Send an Email Message | |
| Contact | Emily Mayberry |
| Phone | 250 477 4112 |
| Address | 2553 Quadra St Victoria, V8T 4E1 |