Active Living Program Volunteer
(Alzheimer Society of Grey-Bruce)
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| Opportunity Details | ||||
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| Contact | Jennifer Isber-Legge, Volunteer Coordinator, Alzheimer Society of Grey-Bruce; Phone: 519-376-7230; Email: jlegge@alzheimergreybruce.com | |||
| Duties | Support our Social Recreation Coordinator with the delivery of varied programs for people living with dementia. - ensure that participants are engaged - some light set up and clean up of the space for each program - training as appropriate for each course - volunteers participate in the activities along with the participants - It's fun! | |||
| Benefits | Volunteer will make a difference in the lives of people living with dementia in their community. This new opportunity is sure to be a lot of fun with activities ranging from photography and crafts to music, and from walking clubs to museums. | |||
| Ages | 18 year(s) and up | |||
| Suitable for OSSD | No | |||
| Suitable For | Adults (18+) ; Seniors (55+) ; Post-secondary students ; Men ; Women ; Couples ; Individuals ; Community Groups ; Workplaces / Corporate Groups | |||
| Areas of Interest | Culture & Heritage ; Music & Performing Arts ; Photography ; Physical Fitness & Exercise ; Senior's Activity Support ; Social Interaction | |||
| Skills/Experience | Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Confidentiality ; Counseling & Support ; Creativity ; Elder Care ; Friendly & Outgoing ; Leadership ; Listening Skills ; Patience ; Planning & Organizing ; Positive / Cheerful Demeanor ; Team Work | |||
| Commitment Length | Programs will vary in different towns, some may be ongoing one day a week or month, some will be 6-8 week sessions several times a year. All programs would be 2hrs in length. | |||
| Interaction Level | Small Group | |||
| Minimum Hours | 2 / Week | |||
| Dates and Times | Monday: Morning, Afternoon Tuesday: Morning, Afternoon Wednesday: Morning, Afternoon Thursday: Morning, Afternoon Friday: Morning, Afternoon Program is 2 hours in length | |||
| Seasons | Year Round ; Can be a seasonal commitment if the volunteer is only a part time resident in the area | |||
| Accessibility | Not Applicable ; The programs are offered in public spaces and accessibility will vary | |||
| Location | Owen Sound, Hanover, Markdale, Meaford, Southampton | |||
| Number of Positions | Bruce County: 8 individual(s) ; Grey County: 8 individual(s) 16 individual(s) needed in total. | |||
| Training | Orientation ; Training is provided ; Training on the job ; Training on-going | |||
| Transportation | Car required | |||
| Cost | None | |||
| Police Check | Required | |||
| Additional Requirements | Transportation to the program is the responsibility of the volunteer | |||
| Liability Insurance | Available | |||
| Start Date | On or after 01 Jan 2020 | |||
| End Date | 31 Dec 2020 | |||
| Agency Details | ||||
| Organization Name | Alzheimer Society of Grey-Bruce | |||
| Office Phone | 519-376-7230 | |||
| Toll Free Phone | 1-800-265-9013 | |||
| Fax | 519-376-2428 | |||
| info@alzheimergreybruce.com | ||||
| Website | www.alzheimer.ca/greybruce | |||
| Address & Map | 753 2nd Ave E Owen Sound, ON N4K 2G9 | |||