Resources for Volunteers
April 2022:
Hello Meals on Wheels Volunteers,
Following Dr. Bonnie Henry’s announcement on April 5, 2022, we’d like to update you with the changes to our policies for Meals on Wheels (MOW) volunteers.
Proof of double vaccination for COVID -19 is still required for all MOW volunteers (Vancouver Coastal Health recognizes Care BC as a health services provider because we support vulnerable clients).
Wearing a mask and physical distancing is no longer required, but highly recommended. Washing your hands and/or using hand sanitizer between each delivery is highly recommended. We have hand sanitizer supplies available if needed.
Please stay home if you are feeling unwell. Do not volunteer (or visit our office) when you are not feeling well. Please let the office know ASAP when a replacement is needed for your route.
Following Dr. Bonnie Henry’s announcement on April 5, 2022, we’d like to update you with the changes to our policies for Meals on Wheels (MOW) volunteers.
Proof of double vaccination for COVID -19 is still required for all MOW volunteers (Vancouver Coastal Health recognizes Care BC as a health services provider because we support vulnerable clients).
Wearing a mask and physical distancing is no longer required, but highly recommended. Washing your hands and/or using hand sanitizer between each delivery is highly recommended. We have hand sanitizer supplies available if needed.
Please stay home if you are feeling unwell. Do not volunteer (or visit our office) when you are not feeling well. Please let the office know ASAP when a replacement is needed for your route.
Refer a Friend to join our Meals on Wheels Volunteer Team!
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We’ve wrapped up our “Refer a Friend” campaign from earlier this year. Thank you so much for helping us spread the word. We have successfully recruited new volunteers through this campaign.
Congratulations to our winner Andressa!! Enjoy your stay-cation! Please continue to help our volunteer team grow so we can reach more seniors in our community.
We will also be sending out posters to each depot. Please help us post them at your local coffee shop, gym, library bulletin boards. We greatly appreciate your help! |
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COVID-19 Precautions (updated Jan. 2022)
Thank you volunteers for your continued efforts to stay healthy and safe, and for protecting the health of our clients!
The precautions for staying healthy and safe are the same for all our MOW programs, however there are specific guidelines for each because of the slight differences in the ways each program functions.
關於COVID-19最新消息注意事項
Thank you volunteers for your continued efforts to stay healthy and safe, and for protecting the health of our clients!
The precautions for staying healthy and safe are the same for all our MOW programs, however there are specific guidelines for each because of the slight differences in the ways each program functions.
關於COVID-19最新消息注意事項
Western MOW Safety Precautions
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Chinese MOW Safety Precautions
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June 2021
Employer-Supported Volunteerism and Volunteer Grants
Did you know that as an employee that you may be entitled to take your volunteer hours to your employer and convert them to a charitable grant donation for Care BC’s Meals on Wheels program? A number of companies also include retiree volunteers in their Volunteer Grant Programs.
How can you make this happen? It’s as simple as inquiring with your employer and submitting an application to their Volunteer Grant Program! The following are just some of the many corporations who offer volunteer grants in recognition of volunteer hours:
How can you make this happen? It’s as simple as inquiring with your employer and submitting an application to their Volunteer Grant Program! The following are just some of the many corporations who offer volunteer grants in recognition of volunteer hours:
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Employer / Employee Match Programs
If you would like to make a donation to Care BC in support of our Meals on Wheels program, your employer may have a matching donation program that may double your donation impact. Please check with your company to see if they have a match program!
Volunteer Policies and Procedures
All volunteers of the Health and Home Care Society of BC (Care BC) should be aware of policies and procedures created to ensure the volunteer experience is mutually beneficial to both Care BC and the people who devote their time to our cause. Please see below for our various volunteer policies. Feel free to e-mail or call 604-733-9177 ext.107 if you have any questions or concerns about these policies.
Equality and Diversity Policy and Procedure
Concerns Complaints Procedure
Dismissal Policy and Procedure
Meals on Wheels (MOW)
Client Who Has Fallen, Requiring Medical Assistance Policy and Procedure
Dress Code Policy - Meals on Wheels
Safe Working Conditions Policy and Procedure - Meals on Wheels
Reimbursement Policy and Procedure - Meals on Wheels (see also "Volunteer Reimbursement Form(s)" under Quick Links)
Equality and Diversity Policy and Procedure
Concerns Complaints Procedure
Dismissal Policy and Procedure
Meals on Wheels (MOW)
Client Who Has Fallen, Requiring Medical Assistance Policy and Procedure
Dress Code Policy - Meals on Wheels
Safe Working Conditions Policy and Procedure - Meals on Wheels
Reimbursement Policy and Procedure - Meals on Wheels (see also "Volunteer Reimbursement Form(s)" under Quick Links)
Quick Links:
Volunteer mileage reimbursement forms - Please start a new document to track your 2022 mileage.
Western Meals on Wheels (WMOW) and Chinese Meals on Wheels (CMOW) programs in Vancouver and Richmond
North Shore Meals on Wheels (NSMOW)
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NSMOW Volunteer Reimbursement Form (updated Jan. 2022)
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NSMOW Mileage Guide (updated Jan. 2022)
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Family Respite Centre (FRC):
The Family Respite Centre has re-opened to guests, but with current COVID-19 restrictions, we are not accessing volunteer support at the moment.
Dress Code Policy - Family Respite Centre
Safe Working Conditions Policy and Procedure - Family Respite Centre
The Family Respite Centre has re-opened to guests, but with current COVID-19 restrictions, we are not accessing volunteer support at the moment.
Dress Code Policy - Family Respite Centre
Safe Working Conditions Policy and Procedure - Family Respite Centre
Volunteer Newsletters
Click the links below for the latest edition of the Volunteer Newsletters.
Western Meals on Wheels Newsletter (Vancouver and Richmond)
Chinese Meals on Wheels Newsletter (Vancouver and Richmond)
North Shore Meals on Wheels Newsletter
Western Meals on Wheels Newsletter (Vancouver and Richmond)
Chinese Meals on Wheels Newsletter (Vancouver and Richmond)
North Shore Meals on Wheels Newsletter
Our clients say 'Thanks!'
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From time to time we receive notes from our grateful clients. Please see below for some of their thoughtful messages. And remember that Care BC thanks you too for all you do!
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