Summary

Our residents are seeking conversations and companionship with volunteers who can speak Arabic, Cantonese, Italian, Lingala, Vietnamese or ASL. Come light up a person's day each week!

Location

In-Person

Markham, Ontario

When

Chance Type

Ongoing - Start Anytime

Schedule

Asap

About This Opportunity The role will support residents in creating and enjoying meaningful experiences through one-to-one companion visits and activities; including playing cards, chatting, participating together in recreation programs, or other activities as mutually decided between AgeCare, the resident and volunteer. The Volunteer may help the Recreation team with providing meaningful engagement to residents while maintaining a fun environment. The Volunteer will model behavior that demonstrates AgeCare’s guiding principles: Trust, Respect, Quality and Teamwork.





The volunteer encourages safety awareness in the community as part of the AgeCare Team. Volunteers MUST apply on AgeCare's website: Volunteer | AgeCare

Volunteer Requirements

Whether you meet these requirements or not, we encourage you to share your interest in us. You may still be a fit for a different opportunity with our organization.

- Willing to undergo a background or police records check
- Minimum Age
- Additional Requirements

Causes Community & Social Services Seniors

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