The Brenda Strafford Foundation

Nonprofit Services Children, Youth, Family Health and Wellness Poverty and Homelessness Seniors
4628 Montgomery Blvd NW Calgary AB T3B 0K7
+15873913549
theBSF.ca

The Brenda Strafford Foundation (BSF) is a registered Canadian charitable organization established in 1975 by Dr. Barrie I. Strafford to honour his late wife, Brenda Strafford.

BSF's core business is seniors care. The Foundation now owns and operates five Long Term Care and Assisted Living seniors care facilities in Calgary, AB, and Okotoks, AB, with over 1000 beds and approximately 1100 staff. The foundation also provides local community programs including BSF’s ‘Heart Home Network’ – a second stage shelter providing a safe environment and services for women and children who are fleeing domestic violence. Internationally, BSF owns a variety of medical clinics and provides various healthcare services in Haiti, Jamaica, and Dominica to enhance the health, wellness, and quality of life of underserved regions in the Caribbean.

Mission
As a charitable organization we are an innovative force, providing high quality person-centred care and services to optimize well-being and enrich people's lives.

Vision
We will provide leadership to create a future where people can live life to the fullest, with dignity, hope and happiness - in caring and supportive communities.

Current Volunteer Opportunities
Inmu Touch Support
Companion/Visitor
The name INMU stands for ‘interactive music’. It combines music, tactile elements, and movement in a soft interactive cushion that stimulates multiple senses. The Inmu is designed to give peace of mi…
2-6 hours / weekly
3 months
Companionship (Social) volunteer
Companion/Visitor
Do you enjoy chatting? Are you curious about the stories older adults want to share? Do you enjoy puzzles, board games, card games, reading to someone? Then the Social Visitor role is for you. You wi…
ongoing
Second Language volunteer
Companion/Visitor / ESL Support or Instruction / Translation
Are you bi-lingual, multi-lingual, or know sign language? Are you looking for an opportunity to hone those skills or keep them current? You could be visiting our residents that struggle with English …
ongoing
Manicure (pampering) Volunteer
Beauty and Hair / Companion/Visitor
Do you enjoy changing your nails to suit your day, your mood, or for a special occasion? We have residents who love to have their nails polished with their favourite colour or for seasonal occasions.…
ongoing
Pastoral - Spiritual Care volunteer
Companion/Visitor / Counselling / Mentoring
Are you a member of the clergy who wishes to share your faith with residents? We have opportunities for clergy within established religions to schedule religious services on-site in our Chapels. We a…
ongoing
Clifton House Woodworking Supprt
Arts and Crafts Coordinator
Do you enjoy woodworking and are looking to make a meaningful impact in your community? Join us at Clifton House as a volunteer to assist our residents with engaging woodworking activities. You will …
Ongoing
Special Events Volunteer
Committee Member / Event Help / Event Planning / Fundraising / Measurement / Photographing / Project Management / Traffic Control
Do you enjoy a party or festive occasion? You would love to volunteer but can’t commit to a steady schedule? Special Events volunteers are needed the day before or day of an event. Whatever your skil…
ongoing
Outing volunteer - seasonal
Companion/Visitor / Outing Assistant
Do you enjoy going for walks in the park? Are you a fan of day trips to local amenities? Then the Outing Volunteer position is suited for you. You will be giving the gift of fresh air and new sites a…
1-5 hours
Ongoing
Pet Visitor
Animal Care / Companion/Visitor
Do you have an amazing pet that should be shared with our residents? Do you enjoy sharing your pet’s personality, quirks, and tricks? Is your pet social and loves attention? Then our pet therapy team…
ongoing
Music Guest
Performing Music/Theatre
Do you wish to share your love of music? Enjoy having a live audience to interact with? Then Volunteer music guest is the role for you. You will enrich the lives of our residents, give back to the c…
ongoing
Cribbage - Bow View Manor
Companion/Visitor
Do you enjoy playing crib? Are you curious about the stories older adults want to share? Then playing crib with our residents is for you. You will both give and receive the gift of companionship and …
2-2 hours / daily
3 months