Opportunities From: iVolunteer Powered by United Way British Columbia

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).

The Need: Escort seniors who no longer drive and do not have others available to support transportation. Drive them to medical and essential appointments safely, including return trips following procedures. Best suited for volunteers available during daytime hours.

What You’ll Do: Pick up clients, provide friendly conversation, drive them within the Comox Valley (or occasionally to Nanaimo/Campbell River), and return them home. You may walk clients to/from the reception desk if extra support is needed, but volunteers do not attend medical appointments.

Role Requirements: Valid BC Driver’s License, access to a vehicle in good operating condition, adequate insurance coverage, and a clean Driver’s Abstract.

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.

We look forward to hearing from you to work together to assist our local seniors to live their best life with local support.

Join the Better at Home team to help local seniors stay independent, nourished, and connected to our community. We offer flexible schedules and ongoing training/support.

Wat You’ll Do: Help seniors maintain a connection to nature by sharing the joy of gardening, simplifying yard tasks, and performing light outdoor tidying alongside the client.

Onboarding & Next Steps

Express Interest: Click the respond button online or contact Rhianna Nagel directly at 250-207-1953 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.

We look forward to hearing from you to work together to assist our local seniors to live their best life with local support.

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).

Wat You’ll Do: Bridge the gap from isolation to inclusion by welcoming seniors at Community Connection Lunches, acting as a buddy for local outings (bingo, tai chi, coffee visits, park walks), or serving as a "Navigation Buddy" for BC Transit and local errands.

Onboarding & Next Steps
Express Interest: Click the respond button online or contact Program Coordinator Dee Plante directly at 250-207-5752 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. Valid BC Driver’s License, access to a vehicle in good operating condition, adequate insurance coverage, and a clean Driver’s Abstract will be required for those who want to and can support transportation to community activities. 
Orientation: Complete the orientation process and receive ongoing support as you start your volunteer role.

We look forward to hearing from you to work together to assist our local seniors to live their best life with local support.

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.