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| About the Position | |
| Parkinson Canada (Peel Programs) Holland Christian Homes, 7900 McLaughlin Road, Brampton, ON, Canada Brampton | |
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> 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 |
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| Active seniors are welcome! If you are interested in joining a team that makes a tremendous difference in the lives of Canadians living with Parkinson's, this is a terrific opportunity! | |
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● 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 confidentiality The nature of this role necessitates that a satisfactory 'Police Vulnerable Sector Check' be provided by our volunteers. |
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| Training will be provided. | |
| Education & Learning, Life Skills & Accessibility, Program Coordination, Senior Support, Support Group Facilitation & Therapy | |
| How to Contact | |
| Send an Email Message | |
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| http://parkinson.ca | |
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