Seniors Volunteer Driver

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The Family Resource Centre requires volunteer drivers to assist senior clients by driving them to programs which help them maintain their independence and wellness. By giving your time, you give a senior access to companionship, laughter, and something to look forward to every week.

Senior's Volunteer Driver

Drive senior clients to Busy Bees, a weekly socialization group for senior ladies. Clients are socially isolated and may be experiencing the early stages of dementia or depression, and are referred by Case Managers of the Seniors Mental Health Program at Interior Health. Group runs every Tuesday from 1:00 – 3:00 pm. Volunteer drivers are required to help clients get to and from the group.

Drive senior clients to Wellness Group, an educational group for clients who have experienced depression and are learning strategies for their wellbeing. The group runs for 10 weeks (1 session/week) and is held twice a year (fall & spring)Volunteer drivers are required to help clients get to and from the group.

Short or Long Term Commitments

We know our volunteers lead active and busy lives, and we are flexible in accommodating a schedule that works. We welcome volunteers who can make short-, long-, or even sometime-commitments.

Let us know what works for you:

driving on a regular basis

driving for a 2-3 month period at a time

driving as a relief driver to help cover driver vacations or other absences

other options available to meet your schedule

Reimbursement

The Family Resource Centre will pay mileage to reimburse volunteer drivers for driving expenses.

Applications

If you have an hour or two once/week or a few times/month and would appreciate the opportunity to make a real difference in the life of a senior, contact us for an application.

Applicants are interviewed and attend an Orientation session. A Criminal Record Check, Driver’s Abstract, and references are required. Copies of valid driver’s license and vehicle insurance also required on an annual basis.

This program welcomes the participation of all or no gender.

Thank you for considering this excellent volunteer opportunity!

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