Hospice Home Visiting Volunteer
(Acclaim Health, Community Support Services)
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| Contact | Francine Savelson, Volunteer Engagement Coordinator, Acclaim Health; Phone: 905 827 8800 ext 2329; Email: fsavelson@acclaimhealth.ca | ||
| Duties | Provide emotional and social support to adults and their families with a life limiting / terminal diagnosis. Volunteers provide an opportunity for the client to be more than a diagnosis; creating a safe place for clients and their families to share the physical, emotional and spiritual changes they are experiencing. A visit might include legacy work, sharing histories, talking of gardening, or sitting quietly. Visits usually take place once a week for about 1-2 hours in the client’s home. At times the volunteer may provide respite for the caregiver. Dependent on the client’s ability may take the client out for a walk or a drive as well. | ||
| More Info Link | www.acclaimhealth.ca | ||
| Benefits | Training provided Opportunity to provide emotional, social, and spiritual support for those with life-limiting illnesses and their families Ongoing volunteer educational workshops Ongoing support from coordinator | ||
| Clients | Those with life-limiting illnesses and their families | ||
| Ages | 18 year(s) and up | ||
| Suitable for OSSD | No | ||
| Suitable For | Adults (18+) ; Seniors (55+) ; Post-secondary students ; Persons with a physical disability ; Newcomers / English as a second language | ||
| Areas of Interest | Distress / Crisis / Bereavement Support ; Health Care ; Hospice Care ; Reading / Literacy ; Senior's Activity Support ; Social Interaction ; Special Needs / Differently Abled | ||
| Skills/Experience | Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Confidentiality ; Counseling & Support - support only ; Creativity ; Dependability & Trustworthiness ; Elder Care ; Friendly & Outgoing ; Listening Skills ; Patience ; Positive / Cheerful Demeanor ; Self-Motivated / Work Independently ; Team Work | ||
| Commitment Length | Medium Term (4 months to 1 year) ; Long Term - Minimum 1 year commitment after completion of training ; 10 week training is mandatory before starting. | ||
| Interaction Level | One-on-one ; Small Group | ||
| Minimum Hours | 1 / Week | ||
| Dates and Times | Determined according to need of client and availability of volunteer. | ||
| Seasons | Year Round ; We work with volunteer availability and interests in finding an appropriate match. Visits can last 1 - 4 hours depending on client need and volunteer availability. Volunteers always have a coordinator with whom they can ask questions, receive education and call upon for support. | ||
| Accessibility | Unknown - Private homes ; Address should be fully accessible for persons living in a retirement residence. | ||
| Location | Throughout Halton | ||
| Number of Positions | Acton: 2 individual(s) ; Burlington: 5 individual(s) ; Georgetown: 3 individual(s) ; Milton: 5 individual(s) 20 individual(s) needed in total. | ||
| Training | Orientation ; Training is provided - 10 week training is provided to volunteers. ; Volunteer Education & wellness seminars are offered in spring and fall. There is a wonderful networking and volunteer appreciation event each year and debriefing and sharing sessions regularly scheduled. | ||
| Transportation | Near public transit ; Car required | ||
| Cost | Vulnerable Sector Search | ||
| Police Check | Required | ||
| Additional Requirements | 2 persons willing to provide a character reference for you. | ||
| Start Date | On or after 19 Jun 2019 | ||
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| Organization Name | Acclaim Health, Community Support Services | ||
| Office Phone | 905-827-8800 | ||
| Toll Free Phone | 1-800-387-7127 | ||
| Fax | 905-827-3390 | ||
| generalinquiries@acclaimhealth.ca | |||
| Website | www.acclaimhealth.ca | ||
| Address & Map | 2370 Speers Rd Oakville, ON L6L 5M2 | ||
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