Ice Cream Parlour - Portering and visiting in the Ice Cream Parlour

Volunteer Types: Health Care, Companionship/Visiting
Organization types: Disabilities, Senior Citizens
Ongoing (more than a year)
Application Deadline: November 30, 2023
Posted on:
Description
Wednesday afternoons 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Portering residents to and from the onsite Ice Cream Parlour,
Friendly visiting and conversation, assisting Recreation staff
Physical requirements: Involves walking, pushing wheelchairs, accompanying someone who uses a walker
How will this opportunity benefit the volunteer?
The volunteer will gain knowledge of Therapeutic Recreation programs for seniors, Health and Safety as well as Confidentiality & Privacy requirements for Long Term Care, assisting persons with dementia.
You will be working with staff to provide an enjoyable activity for seniors.
How will the organization benefit?
The organization needs volunteers to run this this program. With the help of volunteers, many more residents can access the Ice Cream Parlour to enjoy this weekly treat.
Volunteer location:
1750 Russell Road, Ottawa, ON
Contact
Bernadette Lee-Wo
@Perley Health
613-526-7170
Time it will take to contact applicants:
1-week
1-week
Details
This position would be great for: Seniors (65+), Adults, Young Adults (19-24)
Number of Positions Available: 2
Good for people interested in: Health Care, Companionship/Visiting
You will be helping with: Seniors
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