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About the Position
Caledon Community Services Various program locations in Caledon, Ontario Caledon, Virtual

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!

Opportunity to be part of, and learn about, the needs of older adults in Caledon + Apply your talent/skills/experience in addressing their needs in a variety of ways (group presentations/demonstrations, small gatherings, individual attention, informative materials) + You will provide valuable information that will help sustain and enhance seniors' healthy lifestyles (in doing so, you will add to your knowledge and capacities) + Opportunity to 'network' within your community + Reference Letter available after 20 hours of volunteering + Invitation to CCS 'Annual Volunteer Recognition Event' (if applicable) + 'Evolve' Stores 35% Discount Card

  • Minimum Age - 18

  • Solid oral English skills (fluency in an additional language is welcome)

  • Friendly, confident, comfortable as a presenter, and in personal conversation

  • Knowledge in any topic that attracts you is preferred (to the extent that you are confident in a 'question & answer' presentation setting)

  • Ability to research and inform yourself about particular topics (online, etc.) is an asset

  • Respect for any special needs associated with seniors

  • Able to abide by program scheduling and meet deadlines

  • Because volunteers will be involved with seniors in this program, a satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check is required, plus Proof of Vaccination

  • Because travel likely is involved in the Caledon area, we ask that you have a Driver's Licence



SCREENING of applicants will be virtual/remote (telephone/email/online - Skype, etc.), unless otherwise advised.

ORIENTATION about the program and its scope will be provided during screening and at the outset of the volunteer's engagement.
Arts & Crafts, Communication/Journalism, Education & Learning, Sports & Recreation, Healthcare, Life Skills & Accessibility, Music/Theatre, Program Coordination, Research/Evaluation, Senior Support, Support Group Facilitation & Therapy
How to Contact
Send an Email Message
Social Media
http://www.ccs4u.org
https://www.facebook.com/caledoncommunityservices/
http://@CaledonCS


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