Senior Volunteers Needed!

1155jobs; Toronto; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established community-focused organization is seeking passionate volunteers aged 65 and over to join their initiative aimed at reducing social isolation among seniors. This role involves providing emotional support and companionship to seniors living independently, helping them stay connected within their communities. Volunteers will engage in meaningful activities such as visiting and calling seniors, and supporting group socialization programs. This is a wonderful opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of seniors while sharing your knowledge and experiences. Join this rewarding project and help create a more connected community for our elderly population.

Qualifications

• Experience in providing emotional support to seniors.
• Strong communication skills to engage with clients.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and emotional support to seniors.
• Assist in group socialization programs and activities.

Skills

Emotional Support

Communication

Volunteer Coordination

Job description

Society of Sharing (SOS) is a Catholic Charities/ ShareLife member agency that provides support to isolated seniors and adults with physical disabilities. Our goal is to reduce social isolation, promote social connection, and improve the well-being of seniors so they may remain connected in their communities and are able to live independently in their own homes.

We are currently working on a project called Seniors Supporting Seniors, and our goal is to recruit volunteers aged 65 and over who have various skills and expertise to support their senior clients.

Get involved in providing much-needed emotional support and companionship to seniors and adults living independently in their own homes. Whether it's visiting seniors, calling seniors, or supporting our group socialization programs, your knowledge, experiences, and support matters!

Contact Information

Email: [e-mail]

Call: 416-413-0380 ext.224

Visit our website: https://societyofsharing.org/