Volunteer Nanaimo
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Volunteer Opportunities
Category: Seniors
ALZHEIMER SOCIETY OF BC AND YUKON
Early-Stage Support Group Facilitators create a safe and inclusive space for people with early-stage dementia to share their experiences and strategies for living well with dementia. When needed, facilitators offer information to support participants as they navigate the dementia journey. Facilitators are people with discretion, empathy, strong listening skills, and a belief in the capacity
Kiwanis Lodge seeks help for the Bingo program on Wednesdays and/or Fridays at 1:30. Bingo volunteers are paired with 1 or 2 residents to help them keep up with game and add to the fun! Bingo lasts approximately 1 hour, with a snack and coffee time after; the bingo volunteer is welcome to stay for
The Kiwanis Village Horticultural Therapy program cares for 5 different garden areas for the residents of the village. They are looking for support with watering, general plant care and 1:1 visits with the residents in the garden spaces. The Horticultural Therapist is at Kiwanis Tuesdays and Fridays and would be there to support volunteers closely.
Kiwanis Lodge is looking for a volunteer with a love for music, or the skill of playing an instrument, to lead small music groups (4-5 Residents). This volunteer must be comfortable leading group music & amp and singing. Independence and sense of initiative are also required; the volunteer will be trained and introduced to Residents,
KIWANIS VILLAGE LODGE is looking for volunteers for the following: Knitting Group or 1:1Volunteer Kiwanis Lodge hosts a knitting program for the residents once a month focusing on simple projects such as knitting squares, scarves or other small, manageable items. They are seeking a volunteer who can provide guidance and encouragement, either one on one