The Manor Village at Varsity

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Activities involved
Companion/Visitor
Skills required
Visiting
Requirements:
Also required for this position: Police Clearance (PIC), Vulnerable Sector Search
  • Flexible in schedule
  • Good for families
  • Good for youth
  • Accessible by public transit
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💛 Volunteer Companions Needed – Bring Connection & Comfort to Those Living with Dementia 💛

40 Varsity Estates Circle NW, Calgary, AB, T3A 2H2 [map]
1-3 hours / weekly
6 MONTHS 
Do you believe in the power of human connection? We're looking for kind-hearted volunteers to provide one-on-one companionship to individuals living with dementia in our memory care community.
Why It Matters:
Living with dementia can be confusing, isolating, and sometimes lonely. A friendly face, a gentle voice, or simply sitting together in silence can bring calm, joy, and a sense of belonging. Your time and presence can be a powerful gift.
What You’ll Do:
•	Spend time with one resident at a time
•	Offer conversation, read aloud, look at photo books, go for short walks, play games, finish a puzzle, share stories, or simply sit together
•	Bring patience, kindness, and a warm, non-judgmental presence
•	Help us create moments of peace, joy, and connection
We’re Looking for People Who Are:
•	Compassionate, reliable, and respectful
•	Comfortable around individuals with memory loss (no prior experience required training provided!)
•	Good listeners who understand the value of simply being present
•	Open to learning and growing through meaningful human connection
This is a quiet kind of volunteering, but a deeply impactful one. Your presence can make a world of difference.

Location: The Manor Village at Varsity. Seniors Retirement Community. 
Time Commitment: 1 hour a week / 1 hour every other week / 1 hour every 3 weeks / 1 hour once a month. Whatever time commitment you have available.

When: Weekday mornings / Weekday afternoons / Weekday evenings / Weekend mornings / Weekend afternoons
Apply Now
Why should you volunteer for this opportunity?
Do you believe in the power of human connection? We're looking for kind-hearted volunteers to provide one-on-one companionship to individuals living with dementia in our memory care community.
Why It Matters:
Living with dementia can be confusing, isolating, and sometimes lonely. A friendly face, a gentle voice, or simply sitting together in silence can bring calm, joy, and a sense of belonging. Your time and presence can be a powerful gift.
Activities involved
Companion/Visitor
Skills required
Visiting
Requirements:
Also required for this position: Police Clearance (PIC), Vulnerable Sector Search
  • Flexible in schedule
  • Good for families
  • Good for youth
  • Accessible by public transit