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About the Position
Position:
2574 - Volunteers - Recreation/Leisure Activities for Seniors
Organization:
Position Address:
155 Forum Drive, Mississauga, ON, Canada
Location:
Mississauga

Goal

In 1991, MICBA (Mississauga Italian Canadian Benevolent Association) welcomed 'Forum Italia', comprised of 2 non-profit buildings that provide housing for seniors, singles and families in our community. In addition to the housing, MICBA also welcomed a not-profit child care centre and a long term care home called Villa Forum. One of those two residences is a 60-unit senior's residence that offers supportive housing, recreational, and social programs to enrich the lives of seniors - that's where you fit in! Join in and help us continue unique recreational programming!We have a continuing need of volunteers who can lead our residents and their guests in a wide variety of recreational activities (see 'Position Description', above). Games, hobbies, and other recreational activities are a very important part of our commitment to keep our residents active, social, and happy. If you enjoy working with seniors and have a few hours to spare each month, Villa Forum WANTS YOU!!!


Description

Among the recreational activities/games at Villa Form', volunteers may lead/join residents in playing:- Arts & Crafts- Briscola or Scopa (Italian card games)- Tombola (Italian Bingo - Calling or assisting players 'on the floor')- Mahjong (Chinese game played with 144 tiles by 4 players)- Morning Crossword- Meal Programs- Movie Nights- Zumba for SeniorsALL ACTIVITIES originate with, and are under the direction of, the Recreation/Volunteer Coordinator.PLEASE APPLY AT THE EARLIEST OPPORTUNITY. Easily access the MICA volunteer application form by creating a volunteer 'profile' with Volunteer MBC, then 'click' the yellow box 'Apply Now!', below.


Benefits

+ Excellent (and varied) opportunities to assist seniors in your local community+ Bring to a well-known, established long term care residence your talent, skills, experience+ 'Network' with seniors, their families, friends, extend your 'connections'+ Secondary school students can earn hours towards their '40 hours' community service graduation requirement+ Personal satisfaction that you enjoyed contributing to the enhancement of local seniors' lifestyles, while having FUN!


Qualifications

● Minimum age - 14, unless otherwise indicated below● We request a 60 HOUR MINIMUM overall commitment from our volunteers● Fluency in Italian is PREFERRED (our principal goal for our residents is to have them 'socialize'), and for 'Mahjong', fluency in Mandarin/Cantonese is also welcome● Friendly, engaging, committed to socializing with seniors● Prior experience in playing the game (or with the leisure activity) that interests you is PREFERRED (see 'Position Description', above)● If you are interested in Zumba, you must be a licensed Zumba instructor, AT LEAST 18 YEARS OLD, and you must have valid CPR/First Aid certification

Min Age: 14   
Police Check: Not required   
Resume:Not required   
Driver's Licence: Not required   
Proof of Vaccination: Not required


Time Commitment
This is a Long Term (More than 6 months) commitment
Shifts are available Anytime

Scheduling appropriate for the activity and the volunteer will be arranged. Applicants should be prepared to be FLEXIBLE in accommodating Villa Forum's weekly schedule.


Training

Orientation and training appropriate to the activity will be provided to successful applicants.


More Details
Areas of Interest: Arts & Crafts, Sports & Recreation, Music/Theatre, Program Coordination, Senior Support, Multilingual
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible washroom, Wheelchair Accessible Parking, Fully Accessible Workplace
Ideal for: Individuals, Co-op Placements, Newcomers, Older Adults



How to Contact
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Social Media
http://www.micba.com
https://www.facebook.com/MICBA-Forum-Italia-Community-Services-1799122810364251/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuVho7A2e4lcLNXysM71axQ


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