Volunteer Visiting
In-Person
Ongoing
55+ Friendly
Summary
A volunteer visitor offers support and social interaction to an isolated individual through regular friendly visits at the client’s home or out in the community, encouraging active and independent living.
Location
In-Person
Brantford, Ontario
When
Opportunity Type
Ongoing - Start Anytime
Schedule
Asap
About This Opportunity
The purpose of the Volunteer Visiting program is to improve the health and well-being of isolated seniors and adults with disabilities living in the community and to provide visits in order to maintain clients’ independent functioning in the community for as long as possible. (Source: Program Logic Model)
Skills / Values
- Ability to demonstrate:
- Respect for privacy and confidentiality
- Dependability and trustworthiness
- Compassion and Caring
- Good communication and active listening skills
- Capacity to remain calm in unexpected situations
- Independence and team work styles
- Ability to set clear boundaries
Volunteer Requirements
Whether you meet these requirements or not, we encourage you to share your interest in us. You may still be a fit for a different opportunity with our organization.
- Willing to undergo a background or police records check
- Minimum Age
- 18 years or older