Home Support Exercise Program Volunteer
(Acclaim Health, Community Support Services)
Opportunity Details: Home Support Exercise Program Volunteer
Comments | We are Halton’s most trusted home care provider – and have been for over 90 years. As a charity, our focus is caring for you, and we continually re-invest in programs that will help even more people in our community. Our full spectrum of programs support physical and mental well-being through independent living, reduced social isolation, innovative dementia care, end of life care and bereavement support. |
Contact | Tanya Peche-Hopley, Volunteer Engagement Coordinator, Acclaim Health; Phone: 905-827-8800 ext 2329; Email: tpeche-hopley@acclaimhealth.ca |
Duties | Volunteers and University/College Students are needed!
Providing simple exercises guidance and support to frail Seniors in their homes for 12-week cycles. Training is provided and the program is intended to help Seniors gain strength and better balance. |
More Info Link | www.acclaimhealth.ca |
Benefits | Certificate training provided Ongoing support from your Program Coordinator Volunteer Appreciation and education events |
Clients | Frail and isolated seniors/those at risk of home-incidents. |
Ages | 18 year(s) and up |
Suitable for Highschool Credit Hours | No |
Suitable For | Adults (18+) ; Seniors (55+) ; Post-secondary students |
Areas of Interest | Mentorship / Leadership ; Physical Fitness & Exercise ; Recreation & Sports ; Senior's Activity Support |
Skills/Experience | Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Counseling & Support - support only ; Dependability & Trustworthiness ; Elder Care ; Friendly & Outgoing ; Listening Skills ; Patience ; Positive / Cheerful Demeanor ; Self-Motivated / Work Independently ; Compassion. Willingness to help. |
Commitment Length | Long Term ; We ask for a minimum 1 year commitment, upon completion of your training. |
Interaction Level | One-on-one |
Minimum Hours | 1 / Week |
Dates and Times | We'll work with you and your schedule to ensure you have the best volunteer experience! Due to the physical nature of this program, clients prefer daytime visits. |
Seasons | Year Round |
Accessibility | This one-on-one role takes place in the client's home |
Location | Anywhere in Halton Region |
Number of Positions | Acton: 2 individual(s) ; Burlington: 2 individual(s) ; Georgetown: 2 individual(s) ; Milton: 2 individual(s) ; Oakville: 2 individual(s) 10 individual(s) needed in total. |
Training | Orientation ; Training is provided ; Scheduled training - Certificate of Completion Provided ; Free training is provided by a certified instructor. |
Transportation | Near public transit ; Car required ; We try to match the volunteer with a client in the same area within Halton |
Cost | Vulnerable Sector Search |
Police Check | Required |
Additional Requirements | Intake interview Vulnerable Sector Checks are mandatory before training and client matches can start. Intent to volunteer for one-year minimum or 12 weeks for suitable University/College Students Attend Volunteer orientation and training Two references required |
Agency Details: Acclaim Health, Community Support Services
Office Phone | 905-827-8800 |
Toll Free Phone | 1-800-387-7127 |
Fax | 905-827-3390 |
pblakeley@acclaimhealth.ca | |
Website | www.acclaimhealth.ca |
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