Out of abundance of care, the Volunteer Program is suspended across all of Lakeridge Health hospitals We are still accepting electronic applications. Go to www.lakeridgehealth.on.ca and click on "join our team button" and complete the on line application. I will connect back with you with updates and let you know when we are able to onboard new volunteers. We continue to hope for a better tomorrow.  
 
Assist staff in the delivery of a variety of activities for patients which improve functional ability, leisure independence and quality of life

Out of abundance of care, the Volunteer Program is suspended across all of Lakeridge Health hospitals We are still accepting electronic website of interest forms and/or online application to join our volunteer team. I will connect back with you as soon as we are able to recruit new volunteers. We continue to hope for a better tomorrow. 
 
Assist with meal support, social interaction, opportunities to encourage daily mobility/exercises * offer cognitive stimulation with bedside activities

Porter resident to and from activity * assist with board and card games * encourage conversation between residents 
 
PLEASE NOTE: This position is currently on hold, due to LTC COVID-19 restrictions.

Volunteer program suspended until further notice Organize card tournaments * modify sports or games as necessary to include all residents

All Lakeridge Health volunteer programs are suspended until the COVID-19 outbreak is finished  
 
Assist staff with recreation activities for Complex Continuing Care patients to help improve functional ability, leisure independence and quality of life

Assist residents with recreation programs * play cards, encourage participation with crafts * one to one visits, reading, puzzles * group events/parties for residents

Escort resident to/from activity * assist with programs * outings * gardening * shopping trips * friendly visiting

Visit residents with your calm, well behaved pet * monitor residents as they interact with the animal * friendly interaction and conversation with residents

Various opportunities to help residents at Extendicare Oshawa * office duties * assist with recreation programs * help with parties and outings * visit one to one with a resident * enjoy a cup of tea, or a walk

Deliver drinks and snacks to residents * push tuck cart from room to room * make change for purchases * talk and interact with residents

Help with weekly music therapy sessions on the secure Aspen Unit for residents with dementia * porter residents to the program area * assist the music therapist with 8 residents * encourage participation

Lead or support a 90 minute, once a month, drop-in session for people with dementia and their care partners * plan the structured component of the session * use curriculum booklet as a guide, prepare a 30–40 minute activity while keeping in mind client expectations and needs * 30 minutes prior to session, set up and organize venue * actively engage all participants with an inclusive environment, and employ strategies for those who may have a difficult time connecting and conversing * transport required materials for the program, some items may be stored at the site * with the support of program volunteers, ensure the venue is clean and tidy at the end of each session * responsible for taking attendance, provide name tags, write a monthly summary, share report with ASDR

Contact Alzheimer Society Durham Region (ASDR) clients and families by phone to make sure that they know about all the services and supports they are able to access * make follow up phone calls to those who are interested in connecting with supports * connect clients with appropriate Family Support staff for counselling and Recreation Coordinator for those interested in social and recreation programs * log transactions with clients in the client data base following call

Open and close Fairview Market * handle cash, use cash register * socialize with residents and other customers * stock shelves

Assist the Instructor in facilitating a program of your choice (Arts, Creative Movement, Walking, Choir, Minds in Motion, Brain Wave Cafe) * meet, greet, and socialize with people who are living with dementia, care partners, volunteers, and other staff members * participate in scheduled programs and provide leadership and support to others * help to create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive atmosphere for new and returning clients * help with set up and take down, including the physical arrangement of the room as well as planning and preparing for activities

Assist at group programs * bingo, arts and crafts, exercise * socials and special events for seniors * one to one visits with a resident * help with programs, assist with outings

Musical performer

Offer hand massage, file nails, apply polish * porter resident to and from appointment

Assist or lead a program * set up, take down * newsletter and calendar preparation * assist with special events

Assist with Eyes Forward support group * help to gather information of interest and of use in daily living * lead discussion and promote sharing information and feelings in the group

Perform for residents at special events, for small groups and celebrations * instrumental, vocal

Assist residents to and from programs * encourage residents to participate and socialize * visit with a resident, share a story, enjoy some time together

Visit residents and socialize * play card and board games * take wheelchair resident outside

Play musical instrument (e.g. piano) * lead a sing a-long * play background music * perform for residents

Assist resident to and from service * encourage residents participation at service * help to serve refreshments

Assist staff and help residents to and from activities * serve non-alcholic refreshments * other duties as needed

Assist as needed with one or more of the many recreation programs * porter residents to and from program area * encourage participation * games, music, arts, gardens, holiday celebrations etc

Serve hot and cold non-alcoholic refreshments and snacks * set up and clean up

Interact with a resident * talk, play a game or stroll the grounds

Prepare and gather residents for outing * assist on/off van * accompany while shopping

Assist residents to and from program * serve refreshments & snacks * provide companionship

Provide support to the recreation coordinator, or the designated choir leaders * help organize and manage the final choir/recital * review music and come prepared to sing along with participants * answer questions about other Alzheimer’s Society programs, as required * foster a safe and inviting environment for guests to share the experience * engage with guests, listen to stories and experiences * ensure participants find parking, assist guests to the music room