'If you can't feed a hundred people, then feed just one." ~ Mother Teresa
Volunteer Opportunities
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Serve seniors at the Senior’s Connect Café & lunches
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Meet with seniors weekly, in person or on a call, for friendly chats
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Support seniors in your own neighbourhood
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Contribute to Intergeneration gatherings
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Assist with our cooking classes
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Share a monthly one-hour meal with a senior
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Become the facilitator for a monthly apartment group luncheon
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Assist the Family & Friend Caregiver Support
Volunteer RequirementsÂ
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Complete a volunteer application form
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Complete the interview process
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Complete a criminal record check
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Agree to the Compassionate Neighbours Mission, Vision, Core Values and Policies and Procedures
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Complete the CNHPS Oath of Confidentiality and Disclaimer form
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Complete Orientation & Training
Youth Volunteers
Gain volunteer hours while enriching your own and a senior's life
If you are 15 years of age or older, we invite you to connect, share, and learn across generations!
Ways to get involved:
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Bi-Weekly Group Gatherings:Â Join youth and seniors every other week for board games, crafts, cooking, and engaging conversations.
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One-on-One Connections:Â Build a friendly connection through weekly in-person visits, phone calls, or video chats.
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Special Projects:Â Assist a senior with basic tech support on their digital devices, or help them record and write a short memoir.
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Join us in bridging generations and building a stronger community!
Volunteers are asked to commit to a minimum of 30 hours and complete an orientation workshop. Upon fulfilling these requirements, you will receive a formal Certificate of Recognition highlighting your total volunteer hours and completed workshops.