Volunteer Visitor (Alzheimer Society of Hamilton and Halton)

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Volunteer Visitor
(Alzheimer Society of Hamilton and Halton)

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Position ID: 1728

Last Modified: 13 Mar 2012

Last Full Update: 13 Mar 2012

Opportunity Details

Contact

Meaghan Plomp, Coordinator of Volunteers, Alzheimer Society of Hamilton Halton; Phone: 905-529-7030; Fax: 905-529-3787; Email: mplomp@alzhh.ca

More Info Link

www.alzhh.ca

Duties

Volunteers will provide socialization and companionship through weekly visits with clients. Through activities (games, puzzles,crafts),walking and reminiscing, volunteers will share quality time that will have a positive impact on the client as well as the caregiver by providing short periods of respite through the visits.

Benefits

* Make new friends.
* Provide short periods of respite for caregivers who may use the time to leave the home to relax and re-energize.
* Have a positive impact in the lives of others.
* Learn about the past and have an impact on the future.

Clients

Our clients have a diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease or a related dementia. They are in the early to mid-stages of their disease and are able to relate well with others.

Dates and Times

The time of visits is flexible and is coordinated to meet the availability of the volunteers and clients.

Seasons

Year Round

Location

Visits take place in the client's home.

Accessibility

Unknown

Number of Positions

Ancaster: 2 individual(s) ; Dundas: 2 individual(s) ; Flamborough: 2 individual(s) ; Hamilton Central: 2 individual(s) ; Hamilton East: 3 individual(s) ; Hamilton Mountain: 2 individual(s) ; Hamilton West: 2 individual(s) ; Stoney Creek: 5 individual(s)

Opportunities are available throughout the Hamilton region

Ages

18 year(s) and up

Suitable for OSSD

Minimum Hours

2 / Week

Commitment Length

A minimum commitment of six months is expected. Will discuss length of commitment with those who may not be able to provide six months.

Training

Training is provided ; Training is required ; Alzheimer Society will provide education and training to ensure successful matches between volunteers and clients. You will learn about the disease and activities that will make your visits rewarding.

Transportation

Transportation Required

Interaction Level

One-on-one ; Face to face interaction on a weekly basis with the client.

Police Check

Required

Volunteer Categories

Assistant - Health and Related Services ; Assistant - Senior's Programs & Services ; Befriending ; Companionship ; Home Visit ; Recreational Activities

Skills/Experience

Volunteers who possess strong interpersonal skills and a positive outlook will have great success in this role.

Liability Insurance

Available