Volunteer Opportunities

FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE SENIOR SUPPORT VOLUNTEER

In the role of Senior Support Volunteer, trained persons with a special interest in working with seniors offer ongoing support to older adults who are experiencing social isolation, anxiety, depression, and/or early dementia.

Activities may consist of any of the following:

· Transportation to and from “Busy Bees” Tuesday afternoon social group (must have required driver’s and vehicle documentation and a clean drivers abstract)

· Making reminder phone calls to clients for group activities/sessions

· Attend educational/support meetings

· Being an active, empathic listener

The Senior Support Volunteer role does not include any of the following duties:

· Personal care

· Housekeeping

· Giving of medications

· Dealing with any legal, financial, or property issues

For more information, please email

info@vernonfrc.ca

or phone 250-545-3390

Thank you for your interest!

COMMUNITY SUPPORT VOLUNTEER TRAINING PROGRAM

Become a skilled volunteer by learning empathetic listening, problem solving, goal setting, and more. Support clients facing life challenges like transitions, isolation, relationships, unemployment, loss, and grief.

  • 7 sessions, 2.5 hours each

  • Includes reading, assignments, role-play, and practice counselling

  • Covers communication skills, emotional support, goal setting, and personal growth

Role:
After training, volunteers provide one-on-one or group emotional support to adult clients with single-issue challenges (not complex trauma, sexual abuse, or addiction).

Who can join:
We value diversity and welcome people from all gender identities.

Application process:

  • Contact us to submit an application

  • Interview with references required

  • Criminal Record Check required

Commitment:

  • Minimum 50 volunteer hours after training

  • Ongoing support and supervision provided

Benefits:

  • Develop useful life and communication skills

  • Be part of a supportive team

  • Make a real difference in your community

Our community has many people with great skills and life experience who can make a positive impact. Volunteering here is both rewarding and fulfilling.

For more information, please email

info@vernonfrc.ca

or phone 250-545-3390

Thank you for your interest!

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