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Meal Delivery Volunteer - English Speaking
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Volunteer Types: Food preparation and services, Health Care, Transportation of goods
Organization types: Community and Social Services, Poverty/Social Justice, Public/Society Benefit, Senior Citizens
Long term (6 months to a year)
Application Deadline: December 31, 2022
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Description

Meals on Wheels is looking for volunteers to help deliver meals to seniors and adults living with disabilities in our community. Help rebuild the fabric of our community after two years of isolation for many of our community members.

The volunteer commitment is flexible and is usually a few times a month depending on your availability. Once you are trained you can sign up for shifts and view your schedule in our online volunteering portal. Each shift is 2 hours and usually occurs over the lunch period from Monday to Saturday. We also offer limited evening volunteering positions on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Drivers deliver meals in both our hot meal and frozen meal programs. Drivers use their own vehicles to make deliveries to clients at their homes. During this time, volunteers see the direct impact their help makes in the clients’ lives.

How will this opportunity benefit the volunteer?
Working for an organization that is making a difference in the community. Helping those in our community who are still isolating due to the pandemic. Helping seniors live independently at home. Supporting Gaining experience dealing with the public, working as a member of a team, working within a health care related community support service organization.
How will the organization benefit?
Meals on Wheels relies on volunteers to keep our service running at full capacity. As more members of our community choose to remain at home in their senior years, access to nutritious food is essential for their health and independence. During these times of increased food insecurity, Meals on Wheels helps those in our community who may no longer be able to cook, may have difficulty accessing groceries, or would simply like some help with their meals.
Volunteer location:
Meal Pickup Locations: Centre d’Accueil Champlain: 275 Perrier Avenue Food for Thought: 855 Industrial Avenue Garry J. Armstrong: 200 Island Lodge Road The Good Companions Seniors’ Centre: 670 Albert Street The Olde Forge: 2730 Carling Avenue St. Patrick’s Home: 2865 Riverside Drive

Contact

Jessica Neil
@Meals on Wheels Ottawa - La Popote roulante (Ottawa)
613-233-2424
[email protected]
Time it will take to contact applicants:
​1-6-days

Details

This position would be great for: Adults, Families, Newcomers to Canada, Seniors (65+), Young Adults (19-24)
Number of Positions Available: 10
Good for people interested in: Food preparation and services, Health Care, Transportation of goods
You will be helping with: Disadvantaged, Men, Persons with disabilities or medical conditions, Seniors, Women

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