Food & Grocery Support for Seniors

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Time Between 8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m

Description

Join the Better at Home team to help local seniors stay independent, nourished, and connected to our community. We offer flexible schedules, ongoing training/support, and direct mileage reimbursement ($0.65/km, or donatable for a tax receipt). Below are the various food programs you can support. 

Social Meals Delivery (Weekly, ~3 hrs): Pick up prepared meals at LUSH, deliver to 6–8 seniors, and stay for a 5–30 minute social visit and check-in.

Good Food Box Delivery (Twice/month, ~2 hrs): Deliver fresh produce boxes from LUSH to seniors who love to cook.

Companion Grocery Shopping (Bi-weekly, ~2 hrs): Escort a senior to the store, assist with shopping or share a coffee, and help bring groceries inside.

Grocery Shop & Deliver / Online Ordering (Bi-weekly): Help seniors place online orders from home, or shop using a provided program card and deliver to their kitchen.


Onboarding & Next Steps

Express Interest: Click the respond button online or contact Carol Ann Walker directly at 250-871-1165 to schedule an in-person or phone meeting.

Background Check: Complete a standard Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check (available online via iVolunteer or through the organization) to ensure senior safety.

Orientation: Complete the orientation process and receive ongoing support as you start your volunteer role.

Warning Requires: Criminal Record Check

Location

Location Dot Shift 450E 8th Ave
Courtenay, BC  V9N 1N5