Activities involved
Companion/Visitor
Skills required
Requirements:
- Interview
- References
- Vulnerable Sector Search
Also required for this position: Fill out an application
Interview can be in St. Albert or in Gibbons or Bon Accord
Languages Needed:
None
- Work remotely
- Flexible in schedule
- Good for families
- Good for groups
- Good for youth
Friendly Visitors for Gibbons-Bon Accord
1-2 hours
/ weekly
Min. 6 months; max. is up to the visitor
The Friendly Visiting program offers supportive visits or calls for isolated seniors in St. Albert and Sturgeon County in need of companionship. The visits can take place at the senior's home or in the community in St. Albert or Sturgeon County. Volunteers are matched with the senior based on similar interests and assist the senior in connecting with their program. Excellent opportunity for intergenerational connections, moms and with children are welcome to apply. The ideal Friendly Visitor would live in or in proximity to Bon Accord and Gibbons because they will need to drive to seniors' homes for the visit using their own vehicle, gas, and other needed resources. Only mileage reimbursement is provided. It would be a volunteer helping his/her own community seniors.
Additional Details & Skills Required
1 hour of training prior to start will be given. After that, training will be provided as necessary.
Certification or Education Required
None specific
Why should you volunteer for this opportunity?
Good references towards job-searching Opportunities for mutual cultural exchange Mileage reimbursement Access to volunteer appreciation functions
Activities involved
Companion/Visitor
Skills required
Requirements:
- Interview
- References
- Vulnerable Sector Search
Also required for this position: Fill out an application
Interview can be in St. Albert or in Gibbons or Bon Accord
Languages Needed:
None
- Remote or online
- Flexible in schedule
- Good for families
- Good for groups
- Good for youth