Do you have past experience being a caregiver for an older adult, such as a spouse, parent/grandparent?
Would you be willing to spare approx 1 hour per week to connect with someone who is currently a caregiver for an older adult?
If yes, we would love to hear from you!
The Compassionate Neighourhood Health Partners Society (Compassionate Neighbours) is seeking adult volunteers to support those who are caregivers for older adults, by providing one-to-one weekly supportive, social visits.
Volunteers are matched with a caregiver who they will visit on a weekly basis, preferably in person, but there may be limited opportunities to connect via telephone or virtually. The purpose of these connections is to check in regularly with the caregiver, as well as to provide a positive, friendly visit. Each visit or call can range from a quick 10 minute check-in to an hour-long visit.
This opportunity provides some flexibility and allows you to choose a time and place to connect that is convenient for both you and the caregiver. Some training will be provided.
Your time spent volunteering will be logged each month to fulfill grant requirements and to provide you with recognition at the end of your volunteering, or on request for education or employment references.
Successful applicants will:
- Agree to an interview by phone
- Complete Compassionate Neighbours orientation process
- Submit a clean police information check (can be completed online via iVolunteer or you can contact us for a form to submit to the local RCMP office - Canadian citizenship is required for this)
- Live in Chilliwack (or nearby and willing to come to Chilliwack for in-person visits with the caregiver)
- Require the use of a car
- Possess past, informal caregiver experience for an older adult
For further information, or to apply, please contact our Volunteer Coordinator:
- Email: volunteer@cnhps.org
- call/text: 778-539-5102
- Compassionate Neighbours' website: www.cnhps.org
