ONE DAY (5.5 hrs) VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY

Saturday March 8^th (includes lunch)  10:00am to 3:30pm

 

BCLMA  was born of the vision, passion and leadership of the founding members, committed to building awareness and advocating for people living with lymphedema. Starting in 2002, Catherine DiCecca, an RMT and Dr Elliot Weiss, a physiatrist had informal discussions regarding the lack of resources for lymphedema patients and the number of patients who went undiagnosed.

 

BC Lymphedema Association accomplishments have been significant, but the challenges faced: lack of awareness, non or misdiagnoses of the disease plus the lack of medically funded treatment, education and diagnostic testing continue to be the leading issues where BCLA directors focus their energy. 

 

Noteworthy:  This event may appeal to students with interest in health care careers from RMT, PT to Physician/Specialist.  Although not a requirement, we are wanting to assist Career Ed students with their volunteer hour requirements while getting assistance for an all volunteer non profit organization.

 

Orientation will be provided with assistance throughout the day’s event by BCLA Members

 

POSITIONS 

1. Registration table (2 persons): The registration table at an event is the first point of contact for attendees. Registration table duties may include:

• Collecting data: Gathering information about attendees, such as names, contact information, and cross checking with attendee list(s)
• Distributing materials: Providing name tags, conference bags, and other swag to appropriate attendees or exhibitors
• Providing directions: Helping attendees find the washrooms; seating or exhibitor tables
• Refilling swag: Keeping supplies stocked if swag is issued at registration table

 

2. Event Ushers/Greeters (2 persons): These volunteers provide a friendly, welcoming and assistive service to event attendees by:

• Welcoming guests at the entrance to the event area at Evergreen Hall (The Slesse Room)

• Seating: Help guests find  seats and ensure they are comfortable and have the agenda
• Directing: Show guests where to find restrooms, concessions, and exits
• Answering questions: Help guests with questions about the event or venue (an agenda will be provided)
• Assisting: Help guests with limited mobility or other special needs
• Monitoring: Look out for safety concerns and report them to a BCLMA member

 

3. Lunch service/cleanup (1 person plus Ushers/Registration Table Volunteers can assist)

• Working with BCLMA members to set up buffet table of food items that will come out from Kitchen
• Assure sufficient utensils, plates, napkins are available during serving
• Assist plating if any attendees are in need of assistance
• Clean any spills on floors to ensure no slipping hazards

 

4. Photographers (2) Photos of the event – speakers, exhibitor tables etc. for web posting

Note: students should have taken photo class or have the skills and camera (quality cell phone) to be able to share by email with BCLMA President (Sandi McConnach)

• Photos will be uploaded to the BCLA web site with recognition given to the student(s)
• Volunteers are to capture numerous pictures of exhibitors, presenters and overall event activities for review and selection by President/BCLMA members
• Willing to take event photos as requested by the President or Advocate of the BCLMA
• Advise BCLMA members of any photo difficulties or questions

 

BCLMA will be providing a letter of acknowledgment of the volunteer contribution(s) and confirmation of the volunteer hours.  We wish to thank all students who express interest and we hope to be able to provide an experience that was rewarding and of personal interest.

 

The volunteer positions will

• enable students to indicate to employers or other event venues they have “event” experience and the specifics of each role(s) they fulfilled
• provide networking opportunities with a number of health care professions in the treatment of lymphedema including Registered Massage Therapist, Compression Garment Fitters and Bandagers
• gain valuable information on the conditions that contribute to chronic swelling with an ability to inform family and friends who may not be aware of the assistance available and the resources the BCLMA provides on their web page
• provide opportunity to be considered for future BCLMA events in the area

 

Registration fee and Lunch will be covered

 

To Volunteer Contact:

Heather Flood BCLMA Member

(604) 819-6430

Deadline: February 28^th

For more event/association information https://www.bclymph.org/