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| Position Title | Organization Name(s) | Communities | Duties | Suitable For | Volunteering Location | Police Check |
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| Family/Peer Volunteers | Darling Home for Kids (The) | | 1) Family Volunteer The Family Volunteer works alongside the professional care team and provides companionship to enhance the quality of life for the child during their stay at The Darling Home for Kids. The family volunteers are with the children at the bedside, during activities, within the Snoezelen area, enjoying arts and crafts, on outings within the community, and generally are there to support the child and family with whatever activities they are doing. Family volunteers must be at least 20 years of age. 2) Peer Volunteer The Peer Volunteer supports the Family Volunteers and the professional care team. Peer Volunteers are between the ages of 14-19 years old. The peer volunteer will be a friend to the children by playing with the child, enjoying arts and crafts, playing video games, interacting with the child on a companion to companion basis. |
Youth ; High School Students | Milton | Required |
| Children's Recreational Programs Volunteer | Community Living North Halton | | Suggested community activities include: movies, sporting events, going for coffee, walks. | Youth ; High School Students ; Adults aged 18 and up | Dependant on location of program (Milton vs. Georgetown) | Required |
| Summer Day Camp Volunteer | ROCK, Head Office | | This volunteer position will include planning, preparing and implementing the Youth Aiding Youth Summer Day Camp Program. 1. Along with staff, prepare for each daily session of the camp. This is done while still following the guidelines already outlined by the Youth Aiding Youth Program Supervisor. 2. Assist with planning and offering of activities, including crafts, games, sports, etc. 3. Take attendance each day. 4. Ensure that all children are safe while at the camp. 5. Be prepared to work one-to-one with some of the children as directed by Supervisor. 6. Assist the Supervisor with monitoring the children’s behaviour. 7. Ensure that all the children are enjoying the camp. 8. Notify the Supervisor of any concerns within the camp. |
Youth ; High School Students ; Adults aged 18 and up | Acton - 69 Acton Blvd; Burlington - 261 Plains Rd., East; Milton - 540 Commercial St. | Required |
| Alzheimer Services Volunteer | Acclaim Health | | Under the direction of program staff, the volunteer assists in the delivery of therapeutic social and recreational activities for memory impaired seniors participating in the seniors day program. | Adults aged 18 and up | 1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville & 760 Brant Street, Burlington | Required |
| Elder Life Program Volunteer | Joseph Brant Hospital, Auxiliary | | Volunteers will be part of the HELP team to provide social support, mental stimulation,daily walking & exercise to elderly patients preparing to discharge from the hospital. | Youth ; High School Students ; Adults aged 18 and up ; Seniors (55+) | Required | |
| Youth Volunteer | SENACA Seniors Day Program Halton Incorporated | | Help out with activities in the program such as: crafts, ceramics, baking, carpet bowling, bingo, sing alongs, group discussions, one on one reminiscing, shuffleboard, bocce ball, word games, drama, exercise classes, current affairs, trivia, manicures, board games Help out with various everyday tasks such as setting up for lunch, cleaning up after lunch |
Youth ; High School Students | 2 Locations in Oakville: Central: 53 Bond St and 2521 Dundas St. West (Palermo) | Required |
| Adventures & Aquatics Volunteer | Burlington. Parks and Recreation Department, Programs for Individuals with Disabilities | | Work with children ages 5 to 12 years of age who have disabilities. Assist one on one with crafts, swimming sports, circle games | Youth ; High School Students | Tansley Woods - 1996 Itabashi Way | Required |
| Friday Activity Night | Burlington. Parks and Recreation Department, Programs for Individuals with Disabilities | | Assist in drop-in program for teens & young adults who have developmental delays. Help with group or one on one | Youth ; High School Students | Brant Hills Community Centre, 2255 Brant Street | Required |
| Out & About Volunteer | Burlington. Parks and Recreation Department, Programs for Individuals with Disabilities | | Assist adults (18 & over) who have a developmental delay in community activities. | Adults aged 18 and up | Various locations dependent on planned activity in Burlington | Required |
| Friendly Visitor | Links2Care, Acton Office | | To provide companionship services to isolated seniors and adults with disabilities in their homes or to go on outings in the community. Visits may include conversation, games, activities of interest and /or outings in the local community. Time Commitment of 1-2 hours per week. |
Adults aged 18 and up | Visits are in client homes. Location of client's homes varies by community. | Required |
| Friendly Visitor | Links2Care, Oakville Office, Oakville/ Burlington/ Milton | | To provide companionship services to isolated seniors and adults with disabilities in their homes or to go on outings in the community. Visits may include conversation, games, activities of interest and /or outings in the local community. Time Commitment of 1-2 hours per week. |
Visits are in client homes. Location of client's homes varies by community. | Required | |
| Friendly Visitor | Links2Care, Georgetown Office | | To provide companionship services to isolated seniors and adults with disabilities in their homes or to go on outings in the community. Visits may include conversation, games, activities of interest and /or outings in the local community. Time Commitment of 1-2 hours per week. |
Adults aged 18 and up | Visits are in client homes. Location of client's homes varies by community. | Required |
| Staff Assistant | Seniors Activation Maintenance Program | | Depending on interests and hobbies of clients, assist in participating daily activities. Assist staff with program routine. Keep score, assist with coffee time, serving lunch, socializing, walking, assist with games, computers, gardening (spring & summer only) | Youth ; High School Students | Required | |
| Volunteer | ErinoakKids, Centre for Treatment and Development | | The following are some examples of the programs that are assisted by volunteers: Direct Support (working with children and clinicians/therapists) Core Services Audiology, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Vision Services, Intensive Behavioural Services, Medical Services, Communication Services (i.e.clinics, hydrotherapy, printing and typing, classroom support, summer camps, social skills groups, etc.) Expanded Services Psychology & Psycho-educational Services, Special Services at Home, Transition Services, Nursing Services, Assistive Devices Resource Services, Caregiver Education Services, Community Participation and Engagement, Respite Services, Specialty Clinics, Recreation Therapy (Music, Drama), Early Childhood Education Services, Behaviour Consultation/ Therapy, Social Work (i.e.Respite Camp, Brothers and Sisters Day, Teen Drop-In, Dances, Skating, Cooking, book club, music, baseball, games nights, drama productions, music groups, etc.) Indirect Support (working behind the scenes to ensure that all services and operational needs function smoothly in support of our children and families) Administrative Support Clerical, Information and Resource Centre, data entry, photocopying, reception, mailings, etc. ErinoakKids Foundation (assisting with the profile raising and fundraising endeavours of our Foundation and other third party events to benefit ErinoakKids) Holiday festivities, HOG (Harley Owners Group) Ride, Dinner and Dance, Golf Tournaments, etc. Group Volunteering (Group volunteer days with corporations, teams, or community groups) |
Youth ; High School Students ; Adults aged 18 and up ; Seniors (55+) ; Community Groups ; Corporate Groups | Burloak site - International Blvd, Burlington, Respite site - Oakville, Bristol site - Oakville | Required |
| Various Volunteer Positions | Darling Home for Kids (The) | | - assisting with recreation therapy programs (arts and crafts, reading, baking, outdoor games) - administrative support - gardening/maintenance of the home - special events and fundraising (golf tournament and Comfort & Joy Gala) - Comfort & Joy Gala Committee Members |
Youth ; High School Students | 5657 15th Side Road, Milton Ontario | Required |
| Leisure Link Volunteer | Burlington. Parks and Recreation Department, Programs for Individuals with Disabilities | | The role of a Leisure Link Volunteer is to be matched with a person who has special needs and support him/her in the camp setting on a one-to-one basis. Together, they will participate in leisure activities and tasks that take place during the camp day. | Youth ; Adults aged 18 and up ; Newcomers/ESL ; Seniors (55+) | City of Burlington camps run out of various schools and Burlington facilities across the city. | Required |
| Lunch-Time Assistant | SENACA Seniors Day Program Halton Incorporated | | Help to clean up the kitchen and set tables for lunch. Assist with serving clients lunch. Assist with cleanup, loading dishwasher. Start the laundry after lunch. | People with a physical disability ; People with a hearing impairment ; Youth ; High School Students ; Adults aged 18 and up ; Newcomers/ESL ; Seniors (55+) ; Families ; Community Groups ; Corporate Groups | S.E.N.A.C.A.'s Central Location: 53 Bond St. (Kerr/Rebecca Streets) Oakville | Required |
| Program Assistant | SENACA Seniors Day Program Halton Incorporated | | Assisting staff with group activities such as: bowling, shuffleboard, golf, boccee ball, cards, tea parties, dancing, baking, crafts, music, serving lunches, serving snacks, drama, gardening,discussion groups, helping with laundry, dishes, etc. Provide one to one conversations with clients, give manicures, read stories, reminisce, play cards,etc. Bring your own special skills and perhaps start a new interest group. |
Youth ; High School Students ; Adults aged 18 and up ; Newcomers/ESL ; Seniors (55+) ; Community Groups | Required | |
| Receptionist | SENACA Seniors Day Program Halton Incorporated | | Greet visitors as they enter the building. Give directions to the public. Answer the phones.Communicate messages to the staff. Assist the public by giving out information about the agency. Help with filing and general office work. |
Youth ; High School Students ; Adults aged 18 and up ; Seniors (55+) | 53 Bond St., Oakville, ON L6K1L8 | Required |
| Student Volunteer | SENACA Seniors Day Program Halton Incorporated | | There are many opportunities for students such as: 1)help with computer work 2)assist staff with one to one activities such as reading, talking, doing manicures, puzzles, crafts, cards 3) assist staff with program activities such as carpet bowling, shuffle board, horseshoes, trivia 4)assist by helping with the day to day organizational chores such as set up, clean up, laundry, tidying, crafts, bulletin boards 5) help with special events such as Christmas party, garage sale, fundraising events. |
Youth ; High School Students | 53 Bond Street or Palermo United Church (Bronte Road and Dundas) Oakville, On | Required |
| Special Steps Volunteer | Acclaim Health | | To provide companionship, emotional and social stimulation in the form of a home visit, outing/drive or a walk with clients who are experiencing memory loss. In home regular visits weekly, biweekly or bimonthly for as little as 1 hour. Volunteer could also provide some caregiver relief to spouse or family member. Volunteers are often matched with seniors with similar interests and volunteer can dictate level of comfort with suggested client match (type of client and frequency of visits). Duties are in volunteers' own community. Volunteer opportunity great for students. |
Adults aged 18 and up ; Newcomers/ESL ; Seniors (55+) | Client's home or retirement home | Required |
| Program Volunteer | Seniors Activation Maintenance Program | | Opportunity depends on interest and hobbies of volunteer. Assist clients to participate in daily activities. Assist staff with program routine. Supervise group activities. Keep score for activities. Assist with serving coffee and meals. Socialize with clients. Work with staff and students for the well-being of the clients, basic computer skills for seniors, gardening/ horticulture | Youth | 1921 Snake Road, Notre Dame Centre - Waterdown | Required |
| Youth Programs | Halton Healthcare Services, Oakville-Trafalgar Memorial Hospital, Volunteer Services | | The Hospital administers a Fall/Winter Youth after school program and in weekends for students aged 14 to 18 years of age. They provide help in various area of the hospital particularly in-patient services. One 2-3 hour shift per week. More than one shift is possible. |
Youth | Not Required | |
| Friendly Visitor | Community Living Burlington | | Volunteer with individuals both one to one and in groups. May include reading books, assisting with computer or reading skills, etc. May assist employees while attending events or activities in the community such as; going to the movies, shopping, walks in the community etc. | 3057 Mainway, Burlington | Required |