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About the Position
Position Number 876
Position Title Seniors Health and Wellness Program Leaders > Active NOW!
Organization Name Caledon Community Services
Area(s) of Interest Arts & Crafts, Communication/Journalism, Education & Learning, Sports & Recreation, Healthcare, Life Skills & Accessibility, Music/Theatre, Program Coordination, Research/Evaluation, Senior Support, Support Group Facilitation & Therapy
Position Description

We are looking for enthusiastic, committed volunteers to teach seniors about health and wellness. Suggested topics would include:




  • therapeutic and adaptive recreation-based activities - geriatric nutrition (cooking a healthy meal for older adults)

  • living with disabilities/impairments

  • mindfulness and meditation modalities

  • aromatherapy (complementary therapy modalities welcome)

  • Yoga, Reiki, Tai Chi, or Therapeutic Touch

  • The Arts (Painting, Sculpture, Theatre Plays/Musicals, Music, Dance

  • multi-generational communication/socialization

  • video games and how seniors can play and enjoy them



THIS OPPORTUNITY EMBRACES A WIDE SCOPE IN TERMS OF DIRECT INVOLVEMENT IN THE WELFARE OF SENIORS IN CALEDON. PLEASE 'click' on the yellow box 'Apply Now!' (above) which will provide direct access to the online CCS VOLUNTEER APPLICATION FORM. Thank you for APPLYING!

Training Details

ORIENTATION about the program and its scope will be provided during screening and at the outset of the volunteer's engagement.

Time Commitment Monday Morning, Monday Afternoon, Tuesday Morning, Tuesday Afternoon, Wednesday Morning, Wednesday Afternoon, Thursday Morning, Thursday Afternoon, Friday Morning, Friday Afternoon
Duration Medium Term (4 - 6 months)
Time Detail

FLEXIBLE dates/locations: Volunteers should be prepared to adjust to and accommodate program scheduling, with appropriate advance notice.

Min Age 18
Ideal for Individuals, Groups, Co-op Placements, Newcomers
Location Various program locations in Caledon, Ontario
Geographical Area(s) Caledon, Virtual
Accessibility Unknown, Fully Accessible Workplace
How to Apply
Accessibility Presentations (and other sessions) take place at various locations in Caledon.
Email Send an Email Message
How to Contact
Website http://www.ccs4u.org
Contact Portia Branford
Phone 905 584 2300 Ext. 277
Address 18 King Street East, Upper Level, Bolton, L7E 1E8


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