St. Michael's Health Centre

Special Skills/Abilities:

Volunteers should have/be:

 Working knowledge of the English language

 Excellent people skills.

 Ability to work independently or with a support worker

 Willingness and ability to take direction from staff

 Sensitivity to the needs and challenges of the resident the volunteer is visiting

 Flu vaccine (annual)

Training:

 General St. Michael's Health Centre Orientation for Volunteers

 Specific orientation for one-on-one visiting including playing games, crib, reading and visiting

Expected End Result:

 An enjoyable a fulfilling volunteer experience

 To enhance the quality of life of residents

Benefits:

 An opportunity to meet new people and have fun.

 Helping people to maintain their heath and independent living

May volunteer anytime between 9:00am-4:00pm daily.  Arrangements to visit during evenings and weekends can be done through the Volunteer Resources Coordinator

Must be 18 years of age or older to visit on your own.  Anyone under 18 must have a registered volunteer to accompany them.