About the Project:
The African-Canadian Seniors and Single Parents Assn (ACSSPA) is dedicated to breaking down the barriers to digital technology for African seniors, enabling them to access essential online services and enhancing their health through educational programs. This initiative aims to foster community integration, alleviate isolation, and promote the well-being of elderly African-Canadians and seniors from diverse backgrounds. The workshops focus on a broad range of digital skills, from basic internet navigation to health management, and education on healthy lifestyle habits and the importance of sleep for mental health. By volunteering, you'll reduce isolation and foster inclusivity, ensuring seniors can confidently access digital services and maintain healthy habits.
Event Details:
Workshop Series: May 10 - July 19, 2025
- Basic Digital Literacy for Seniors will be held every Saturday from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Tommy Douglas Public Library in Burnaby.
Refer to this brochure for more information
Volunteer Roles:
1. Technology Setup Assistant:
- Responsibilities: Prepare and manage laptops and health devices before and after workshops.
- Required Skills: Basic to advanced skills in setting up computers and solving simple technical issues. An understanding standard operating systems and settings is preferred but not required.
- Benefits: Enhance technical troubleshooting skills, gain hands-on experience and an understanding of various digital platforms.
2. Support Mentor for Seniors:
- Responsibilities: Assist seniors during workshops, guide digital tasks and online health management
- Required Skills: Good communication skills, patience, and a friendly, welcoming demeanor are required. Familiarity with digital platforms for personal use (banking, shopping, and health monitoring apps) is preferred but not required.
- Benefits: Develop teaching and communication skills, gain an understanding of digital literacy challenges among seniors
3. Community Engagement Facilitator
- Responsibilities: Support he registration process for new participants, ensuring an inclusive environment
- Required Skills: Good organizational and interpersonal skills, the ability to handle inquiries and manage the sign-up process smoothly. . Experience in customer service is preferred but not required.
- Benefits: Gain experience in community outreach and engagement, enhance interpersonal and organization skills.
Workshop Requirements:
We require at least five volunteers to run each workshop effectively. This ensures a supportive learning environment and adequate assistance for all participants. Workshops with less than five volunteers will not run.
Why Volunteer?
Volunteering with ACSSPA helps bridge the digital divide for seniors and offers an enriching opportunity to grow personally and professionally.
- Gain valuable experience and improve your digital literacy and teaching skills.
- Enhance your resume and open doors to new career opportunities, and collaborations.
- Play an essential role in improving the quality of life for seniors, contributing to their ability to live independently and stay connected with their communities.
- Enrich your understanding and appreciation for people of different cultural backgrounds and experiences.
- Experience joy and satisfaction in making a difference, and know your contribution helps seniors live healthier lives.
- Comprehensive training to enhance your knowledge and teaching capabilities.
- Build lasting relationships with fellow volunteers, joining a community of like-minded people committed to social change.
- Complimentary snacks and bus tickets!
Join Our Team:
Be a part of a transformative journey that enhances the lives of seniors and strengthens our community.
Questions: Contact Gisele (778-708-5559) with your questions
Application: Express your interest in volunteering - contact Gisele (778-708-5559)
