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Friendly Visiting and Walking with Seniors
Volunteer Types: Companionship/Visiting, Health Care
Organization types: Senior Citizens
Long term (6 months to a year)
Application Deadline: June 30, 2024
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Description

Volunteer will spend time visiting one-on-one with residents in long-term care. Visits can include socializing, walking in the garden, playing games, reading aloud and other activities of interest.

How will this opportunity benefit the volunteer?
Volunteers will have the opportunity to develop connections, gain experience in a long-term care environment and find purpose in brightening the day of residents.
How will the organization benefit?
The residents of Medex will benefit from experiencing positive visits on a regular basis.
Volunteer location:
Extendicare Medex, 1865 Baseline Rd. Located near Algonquin College

Contact

Katie Buffam
@Extendicare Medex
613-225-5650
Ext: 401
[email protected]
Time it will take to contact applicants:
​1-6-days

Details

This position would be great for: Adults, Seniors (65+), Young Adults (19-24)
Number of Positions Available: 5
Good for people interested in: Companionship/Visiting, Health Care
You will be helping with: Seniors

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