> The volunteer 'Facilitator' provides education and support at monthly group meetings to persons with Parkinson's, members of their families, and/or their caregivers in dealing with the challenges of living with the condition. >> In the role, the 'Facilitator' encourages group members to share experiences, ideas and feelings, address challenges, develop supportive friendships and receive current information about Parkinson's disease.>>> Administrative responsibilities include:- Plan the monthly sessions in collaboration with staff and other volunteers- Engage in set-up of the area to be used at Holland Christian Homes- Arrange/provide refreshments for the sessions- Tidy up/restore the area after the session concludes- Liaise with staff to invite guest speakers for sessions, when needed or desired

● To promote continuity and trust within the session participants, we ask that the volunteer 'Facilitator' commit to these sessions for a MINIMUM of 1 year● Excellent oral/written English, confident/conversational in leading discussions● Experience in facilitating or moderating support groups or meetings is an asset● Background in nursing, social work, physiotherapy, speech language pathology, and/or other medical aspects of Parkinson's disease is also an asset ('position' would be ideal for a retired professional)● Empathy, sensitivity, compassion● Committed to diversity and inclusiveness● Respect for privacy and confidentialityThe nature of this role necessitates that a satisfactory 'Police Vulnerable Sector Check' be provided by our volunteers.

Training will be provided.