Volunteer Senior Visitor
Volunteer Success • toronto, Canada
Role Description
Engage and connect with seniors as a dedicated volunteer visitor. Focus on breaking isolation and building relationships through conversations and games in the comfort of their homes.
In this role, you'll combat loneliness by spending time with a matched senior client. Activities may include playing games, casual conversations, and providing an attentive ear to listen. It's a volunteer position centered on friendly interactions rather than formal therapies, promoting positive engagement.
Key Responsibilities:
• Visit seniors in their homes frequently
• Play games and engage in discussions
• Listen attentively to client needs
• Help alleviate feelings of loneliness
• Create a friendly and encouraging atmosphere
Requirements:
• Background or police records check is necessary
• Medical forms to be completed
• Vulnerable Sector Check required
• Experience in senior care and outreach preferred
• Strong crisis intervention skills are an asset
Join th...
In this role, you'll combat loneliness by spending time with a matched senior client. Activities may include playing games, casual conversations, and providing an attentive ear to listen. It's a volunteer position centered on friendly interactions rather than formal therapies, promoting positive engagement.
Key Responsibilities:
• Visit seniors in their homes frequently
• Play games and engage in discussions
• Listen attentively to client needs
• Help alleviate feelings of loneliness
• Create a friendly and encouraging atmosphere
Requirements:
• Background or police records check is necessary
• Medical forms to be completed
• Vulnerable Sector Check required
• Experience in senior care and outreach preferred
• Strong crisis intervention skills are an asset
Join th...