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Title - Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteers contribute enormously to the ongoing success of the Health and Home Care Society of BC and our charitable programs. Each year, these dedicated and committed individuals contribute more than 50,000 hours in service to people in need in our community.

The Health and Home Care Society of BC offers a wide range of innovative and unique services to seniors and other people in need. By volunteering with us for just a couple of hours a week, you make a difference in your community and become part of a dedicated team of friendly volunteers and staff.
Meals on Wheels

Volunteers provide isolated Vancouver and Richmond residents with hot meals, warm visits and informal checks on their safety. Volunteers deliver 500 meals every weekday at around lunchtime.

Meal Courier
Transports meals from the kitchen to various depots in Vancouver and Richmond. Also returns the previous day's empty containers to the kitchen.
Shifts: Flexible; between 9:30 a.m.-11:00 a.m., Monday to Friday

Route Driver and Server
Delivers hot meals to clients, provides a friendly visit and informally checks on their safety.
Shifts: Flexible; between 10:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Monday to Friday

Spare Drivers and Servers
Volunteers who prefer to be available to work shifts as needed. Suitable for shift-workers or those with changing schedules.

Alternate Methods of Delivery
Do you want to help but do not own a car or have a license? We have made volunteering more accessible to a greater number of people. We have recently partnered with Zipcars, a car-sharing program, who have generously donated the use of their cars for volunteer time. We have also started a Meals on Bikes program. We have bicycles available for use or baskets that can be attached to your own bike. For more information about our program please Click here. For more information about Zipcars please click here.

Requirements

  • 18 years of age or older.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Comfortable working with seniors.
  • Willing to complete a police record check.
  • Willing to provide 2 references.
  • Valid driver license (MOW volunteer drivers only).
  • Valid auto insurance with a minimum of $1,000,000 third party liability (MOW volunteer drivers only).
Family Respite Centre

Volunteers complement the role of staff, assisting with daily activities and enhancing the enjoyment of our elderly guests. Our Overnight Respite and Adult Day Programs support seniors with dementia, Alzheimer's disease and other health conditions.

Volunteers
Spend valuable time with clients assisting with recreational activities such as reading, reminiscing, games, music, exercises, crafts, gardening, etc.
Shifts: Flexible; 1-3 hours once per week (shifts take place between 8:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m., 7 days a week)

Requirements

  • 18 years of age or older.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Comfortable working with seniors.
  • Willing to complete a police record check.
  • Willing to provide 2 references.

The Health and Home Care Society of BC provides:

  • Ongoing recognition.
  • A friendly and supportive environment.
  • Training and support to volunteers.
  • References upon request.
  • The opportunity to learn new skills and develop old ones.
  • The opportunity to have fun!

Rewards of volunteering with the Health and Home Care Society of BC:

  • Support your community by helping those in need.
  • Strengthen your resume, explore career opportunities or add new skills and experiences.
  • Share your skills and time with a variety of professionals.
  • Meet new people.
  • Enjoy new challenges.
  • The opportunity to have fun!
Volunteer Program
Health and Home Care Society of BC
204–3077 Granville St, Vancouver, BC V6H 3J9

TEL: 604-733-9177 EXT. 107
FAX: 604-733-6698
Charitable Tax No. 13082-8791-RR0001