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Links2Care, Oakville, Care at Home for Seniors and Adults with Disabilities
Georgetown, Acton
  • Keeps a record of names and addresses of clients to be transported to the selected location. The Coordinator will call to provide this list before the event. 
  • Transports clients in your own vehicle, escorting the client from their door into the vehicle, and helps as necessary.  Transports client’s home after the event, escorting the client to their door as necessary. 

  • Drive to event and dine with clients, (or return at designated time). 

  • Uses sanitization practices such as recommended hand washing and food handling guidelines. 

  • Maintains contact with Coordinator, providing input on client needs or concerns. 

  • Maintains calmness in emergencies, with an ability to assist in a crisis. 

  • Participates in annual volunteer survey. 

  • Interacts professionally in accordance with Links2Care Code of Conduct and Human Rights Act. 

  • Maintains complete confidentiality of client information in accordance with Links2Care confidentiality/privacy policy. 

  • Maintains a safe and healthy work environment. 

  • Performs other duties as assigned. 

Friendly Visiting Volunteer   Burlington  Halton Hills  Milton  Oakville 
Links2Care, Georgetown Community Hub, Care at Home for Seniors and Adults with Disabilities
Halton Hills
  • To provide companionship services to isolated seniors and adults with disabilities by going on outings, walks in the community, playing games, or having conversations in an indoor setting. 
    • By volunteering, you will be helping to increase an older adult's connection(s) in their community
    • By volunteering, you may able be providing the primary caregiver with a 'bit of a break' 
  • Engage in friendly conversation and leisure activities that both parties enjoy, such as playing 
    cards or sharing a hobby as per client interests, in order to develop a respectful, friendly, caring 
    relationship.
  • Maintain contact with the Coordinator, informing them of any concerns and receiving 
    instructions to meet client and Links2Care goals.
  • Maintain communication with the client in the event of any schedule changes.
  • Complete and submit a monthly volunteer time record.
  • Maintain calmness in emergencies, with an ability to assist in a crisis.
  • Participate in annual volunteer survey.
  • Interact professionally in accordance with Links2Care Code of Conduct and Human Rights Act.
  • Maintain complete confidentiality of client information in accordance with Links2Care 
    confidentiality/privacy policy.
  • Maintain a safe and healthy work environment.
  • Visit or call client on a consistent, weekly basis.
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Time Commitment of 1-2 hours per week.

Links2Care, Georgetown Community Hub, Care At Home - Meals Programs - Hot and Frozen Meals
Georgetown and Acton
  • Possess a valid Ontario Driver’s licence and a safe driving record. 
  • Has access to a safe and appropriate vehicle, which is adequately insured with a minimum of 1 million dollars of liability. 

  • Has the physical ability to carry meal bags. 

  • Pick up route list and meals from the office location (Georgetown or Acton). 

  • Using your own vehicle, deliver meals to each client on the route sheet. 

  • Uses sanitization practices such as recommended hand washing and food serving guidelines.  

  • On completion of meal delivery, returns list and meal bags to office. 

  • Reports any unusual client conditions and concerns to Coordinator. 

  • Maintains calmness in emergencies, with an ability to assist in a crisis. 

  • Participates in annual volunteer survey.  

  • Interact professionally in accordance with Links2Care Code of Conduct and Human Rights Act. 

  • Maintain complete confidentiality of client information in accordance with Links2Care confidentiality/privacy policy. 

  • Maintain a safe and healthy work environment.

  • Performs other duties as assigned

Links2Care, Oakville, Care at Home for Seniors and Adults with Disabilities
Georgetown, Acton
  • Pick up groceries from grocery stores and complete the delivery from the list provided by the coordinator. 
  • Communicates with the coordinator about any substitutions that need to be made. 

  • Delivers the groceries to the client’s door. 

  • Maintains communication with the coordinator in the event of any schedule changes. 

  • Completes and submits a monthly volunteer time record. 

  • Maintains calmness in emergencies, with an ability to assist in a crisis. 

  • Be physically able to lift heavy items such as cases of water, bags of potatoes, and carry shopping bags. Physically able to stand and/or walk for one to two hours at a time.
  • Participates in annual volunteer survey.  

  • Interacts professionally in accordance with Links2Care Code of Conduct and Human Rights Act. 

  • Maintains complete confidentiality of client information in accordance with Links2Care confidentiality/privacy policy. 

  • Maintains a safe and healthy work environment.

  • Performs other duties as assigned
Re-Imagine Ontario, Oakville, Community Support Services for Children, Youth and Seniors

Goal of the Assignment:

As a volunteer of Re-Imagine Ontario, the Friendly Visitor Ambassador provides one on one support to socially isolated and lonely seniors located in Halton and Mississauga communities. This includes friendly phone calls, Zoom chats, or home visits (if assessed as safe), where the FVA volunteer acts as friend to an isolated senior. Visits include conversations and social activities and may assist with basic support as companionship to seniors. The goal of FV is to make contact remotely and in-person to encourage seniors to stay active, healthy, and socially engaged within their local communities.

Responsibilities:

  • Meet with your senior match virtually or in their home, at least 1 one-hour visit on a weekly basis.
  • Engage in friendly conversation and leisure activities (e.g., playing board games or sharing a hobby) & provide support through friendship.
  • Offer social companionship and even take walks/outings in the community, depending on the interest and ability of your senior match.
  • Follow Re-Imagine Ontario’s policies and procedures, adhere to the rights of the service-recipients and follow program specific guidelines.
  • Record and submit monthly hours/activities and report any incidences, accidents or concerns to the Program Director.
  • Participate in meetings and community events if scheduled.
  • Act as an ambassador for Re-Imagine Ontario

Qualifications:

  • Sensitivity to the needs and challenges faced by older adults living in the community.
  • Patience, compassion. with a desire to help older adults living isolated, some on a low income.
  • Ability to work with people in a professional, empathetic manner.
  • Effective verbal and listening communication skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to connect with people from diverse backgrounds and build strong working relationships.
  • Proficient computer/digital skills including but not limited to Zoom. Word and Excel are assets.
  • A team player who enjoys working in cross-functional teams with a willingness to learn'
  • Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with diverse communities and stakeholders.
  • Other languages spoken, an asset

Other Requirements:

  • 55 years or older (most in demand age group. If you’re in this group, we want to hear from you)
  • Ability to maintain confidential and sensitive information.
  • Offers will be conditional upon receipt of a clear Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) and the successful verification of your references.

Training and Supervision:

  • Orientation: provided prior to the commencement date of the assignment and includes orientation to Re-Imagine Ontario programs, policies and procedures, meet and greet with volunteers and organization members and a volunteer handbook as it relates to the volunteer role.
  • Training: provided prior to commencement of the assignment as well as a walkthrough of the assignment, hands-on training and coaching while the volunteer practices and learns the assignment tasks.
  • Monitoring of volunteer activities and ongoing support on a regular basis by Supervisor as required

Time Commitment:

  • At least 1 one hour Zoom or Phone or In-home visits to the client assigned per week.
  • Length of volunteering engagement: six -twelve month

Application Process:

1.     Complete an application form and submit resume

2.     If selected, attend an online interview for initial screening

3.     Compete reference checks

4.     Contacted regarding outcome and next steps

5.     Complete orientation and training session

How To Apply:

Re-Imagine Ontario strives to build an inclusive workforce that reflects the rich diversity of the communities in which we live and serve.  All qualified applicants may apply. We strongly encourage applications from persons with lived experience in the communities we serve within Halton-Peel, including Black and Indigenous people. Candidates living in the Halton-Peel areas will be given priority.

If you are interested in joining Re-imagine Ontario as a Friendly Visiting Ambassador, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role. Applications can be uploaded through the website or emailed to careers@reimagineontario.ca. Please include "Friendly Visiting Ambassador" in the subject line. We thank all candidates for their applications; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. For more information about Re-Imagine, please visit our website at www.reimagineontario.ca

 

Note: This is a volunteer position, and no financial compensation will be provided. However, the rewarding experience of making a positive impact on the lives of individuals in our community is invaluable.

Victorian Order of Nurses, Peel Region, Meals On Wheels
Delivering meals to Oakville or Mississauga

a) Pick up and deliver meals to clients, including: 
 
• Reporting to the designated depot at the assigned time (Mississauga near Oakville border) 
• Picking up route list, and meals, etc. 
• Delivering meals to assigned clients, dropping off notices etc. within expected time frames 
• Ensuring that meals are received by the client at the time of delivery or following previously made arrangements or procedures 
• Talking with the client to observe that they are safe and all is well 
• Returning containers and any money collected to the designated depot 
• Returning any undelivered meals to the designated depot 
 
b) Maintain confidentiality of route sheets 
c) Submission of expense claim form as required 
d) Use “MOW” car sign to facilitate parking and to increase community awareness of the program 
e) Report to the supervisor any concerns regarding the well-being of the clients 
f) Attend in-service training as arranged by the branch, including initial orientation

Friendly Visiting Volunteer   Burlington  Halton Hills  Milton  Oakville 
Acclaim Health, Community Support Services
Client's home in Halton

Volunteers are always needed for lonely, isolated older adults.  One visit per week can bring a lonely older adult a huge sense of worth and happiness. Those who are isolated, often find their recall of daily details is frosted over. A little social contact can melt that ice and bring warmth to you both. 

Visits are weekly for as little as one-hour time commitment for an in-home visit or a couple of hours if you care to take them to an activity in which you share an interest such as coffee, shopping, attending an art show, live music, or even go for a walk by the lake.  By volunteering, you may also be providing some much-needed support to a caregiver or family member simply by visiting one of our wonderful clients. 

Your visit helps maintain and encourage the client's confidence and independence.

Acclaim Health, Community Support Services
Anywhere in Halton Region

Volunteers and University/College Students are needed!

  • Next FREE training session to get certified and trained as a Home Support Exercise Volunteer - January 2024.  

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. 
 
Support a frail older adult through a standardized exercise program designed to improve strength, balance, mobility, and endurance. 
 
You’ll learn how to do the set of 10 simple exercises (toe taps, leg raises, wall push-ups) safely and how to increase the difficulty level as your client makes progress. 
 
You’ll also learn how to motivate and cheer your client on so that they get the maximum benefit out of the program. The results are fantastic – over 90% of clients see improvement! 

Acclaim Health, Community Support Services
Client's home, apartment, supported living or retirement home (Oakville, Burlington, North Halton)

Clients in the Memory Visiting Program are in need of someone to remind them that they do matter, and to remind them of why they matter. Ask about their interests and their abilities and then use this week after week to guide your conversations and activities.  
 
You’ll provide a friendly social connection outside of the client’s normal social sphere and engage the client in activities or conversations that appeal to the client’s unique interests and abilities. This may involve looking at family photos, going out for a walk, or simply sharing coffee and conversation. 
 
You’ll also be giving the family caregiver(s) a short break – a very important part of the support you’re providing. 
 
Training is available to assist you in supporting your client. The training includes suggested activities and strategies you can use to engage your client. Plus, our Care Managers are always available to support you and your client. 

Links2Care, Oakville, Care at Home for Seniors and Adults with Disabilities
Visits are currently socially distanced, outside. Location of clients vary by community.
  • Interact professionally in accordance with Links2Care Code of Conduct and Human Rights Act.
    • Maintain complete confidentiality of client information in accordance with Links2Care 
    confidentiality/privacy policy.
    • Maintain a safe and healthy work environment.
    • Visit or call client on a consistent, weekly basis.
    • Engage in friendly conversation and leisure activities that both parties enjoy, such as playing 
    cards or sharing a hobby as per client interests, in order to develop a respectful, friendly, caring 
    relationship.
    • Maintain contact with the Coordinator, informing them of any concerns and receiving 
    instructions to meet client and Links2Care goals.
    • Maintain communication with the client in the event of any schedule changes.
    • Complete and submit a monthly volunteer time record.
    • Maintain calmness in emergencies, with an ability to assist in a crisis.
    • Participate in annual volunteer survey.
    • Perform other duties as assigned. 

    Time Commitment of 1-2 hours per week. 

     
    Currently looking for English, Italian, Portuguese, Arabic, Russian, German speaking men and women in Halton. Other languages as needed.
Oakville Meals on Wheels
Start at Mo's Family Restaurant, 467 Speers Road - Deliveries throughout Oakville

To deliver hot and/or frozen meals to individuals in their homes in Oakville on a regular or substitute basis. 
Monday to Friday 11:15 am to 1:00 pm (hot meal delivery) or  
Wednesdays 9:00 am to 11:00 am (frozen meal delivery)

Alzheimer Society of Brant, Haldimand Norfolk, Hamilton Halton, Halton Office

Volunteers are matched with a person living with dementia based on location and common interests such as music preference, leisure activities and lifelong roles. The matches meet weekly for 90 minutes to ease social isolation and improve engagement of the person living with dementia while providing a short respite for the care partner.

Re-Imagine Ontario, Oakville, Community Support Services for Children, Youth and Seniors
Mainly Virtual. (If required & volunteer is willing. In-person visits assessed on a case basis)

The Volunteer Friendly Visiting Ambassador duties include making contact with an isolated senior for at least 1 hour weekly. This includes contact by phone, Zoom or in-person and include conversations and social activities, and may assist with basic support as companionship to seniors. The goal of FV is to make contact remotely and in-person to encourage seniors to stay active, healthy, and socially engaged within their local communities. See detailed duties in the link below.

Oakville Strokers
Glen Abbey Community Centre, 1415 Third Line, Oakville, ON L6M 3G2
Assist stroke survivors in the swimming pool and in the pool change rooms. 
This volunteer opportunity may appeal to individuals who are familiar with stroke because of an experience in the family.  
It would also appeal to volunteers 30+ or students needing related experience.
Maple Villa Long Term Care Centre, Long Term Care Home
441 Maple Ave, Burlington
~ Provide social, physical, spiritual or intellectual stimulation on a one-on-one basis  
~ Visit residents as assigned by Life Enrichment staff to provide companionship and conversation
Maple Villa Long Term Care Centre, Long Term Care Home
441 Maple Ave, Burlington
~Assist with recreational programs with residents in a long-term care home. Programs such as bingo, music, trivia, manicures and crafts 
~Assist residents to get to and from the program area and help them during the activity is needed
Maple Villa Long Term Care Centre, Long Term Care Home
441 Maple Ave, Burlington
Assist residents who are not able to feed themselves with their meal and beverages