Providence Health Care (Non-profit), BC Office of Seniors Advocate There are over 29,000 seniors living in 294 publicly subsidized care homes in BC. Of that, 2000+ seniors live within long term care in the Abbotsford, Mission, Chilliwack, Agassiz, and Hope. Every one of them will be approached to participate in an in-person interview conducted [...]
Make all the difference and join Canada’s Lifeline! Whether it’s supporting donors throughout the donation process, recruiting new donors, or raising awareness about the importance of our lifesaving programs; our volunteers are a vital link in Canada’s Lifeline. We are looking for volunteers to join our new team at the Plasma Donor Centre opening soon [...]
Caregiver Support Mentor with Abbotsford Association for Healthy Aging Role: the volunteer supports and assists caregivers to fulfill their roles caring for their loved ones as well as maintaining their own self-care. The volunteers will ideally be experienced caregivers (current or former), but we welcome empathetic people, interested in active listening. The mentors will share [...]
Friendly Visitor (in-person) Abbotsford Association for Healthy Aging Role: To provide a listening ear and friendly support to isolated/lonely seniors that are living in Abbotsford. 2. To provide opportunities for senior adults to contribute to the community in a meaningful way. 3. To create connections between individuals, resources, and community. Duties and Responsibilities: Volunteers will [...]
Driver for Seniors Programs in Abbotsford Role: To provide transportation for seniors to and from social activities with the Abbotsford Association for Healthy Aging. Duties: Arrive at client’s home, in Abbotsford, as scheduled, in agency vehicle. Enter clients' homes, if needed, to give necessary mobility assistance from home to vehicle. Engage in conversation with client. [...]
Abbotsford Seniors Social Volunteer Summary: To help run a weekly seniors social group, held Monday and/or Thursday mornings in Abbotsford To provide an opportunity for senior adults to socialize and connect To create connections between individuals Duties and Responsibilities: Volunteers will help serve coffee and tea and snacks to seniors. Volunteers will make seniors feel comfortable [...]