Meaningful Volunteer Opportunities in Vancouver and Richmond

The Health and Home Care Society of BC (Care BC) offers innovative and unique programs to support seniors, people living with disabilities or recovering from injuries and other homebound individuals at risk of isolation.
 
Volunteers are the heart and soul of Care BC’s work and without the commitment and dedication of a caring team of volunteers, our vital programs would not be possible.

For as little as a few hours a week or month, you can help us make a real difference in your community!  
Our volunteer application form is available online.

Meals on Wheels Volunteers:

Picture
Volunteers provide isolated Vancouver and Richmond residents with hot meals, warm visits and informal checks on their safety.

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 drivers and servers: 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

We are always looking for spare drivers and servers! Do you work shifts or have a constantly changing schedule? We are happy to work with volunteers who prefer to be available to work shifts as needed.

Volunteer as a team and have fun with your friend while helping deliver Meals on Wheels! It's a great way to keep in touch while making a difference in your community!

Alternate Meals on Wheels Delivery Methods:

Meals on Bikes Volunteers:

As an organization we pride ourselves on evolving with the needs of our community.  To better serve our local community, we have a Meals on Bikes program available to our volunteers.

By using bicycles instead of driving, we are reducing our gas emissions and as a result, reducing our environmental footprint. Biking is also better for the health of our volunteers. We are promoting good health and good fitness by adding this as an option for our servers.

Car-Sharing Programs:

If you have a licence, but don't have access to your own car (or perhaps you're in between cars, or your car is being serviced), you can still lend a helping hand. Care BC has access to several car sharing programs throughout the city. Some conditions may apply, based on each individual program - we're happy to discuss options with you.

Also note that "servers" (listed above) usually do not require their own vehicles as they are partnered with other volunteers with cars.

Family Respite Centre Volunteers:

Picture
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.

Spend valuable time with clients assisting with recreational activities such as reading, reminiscing, games, music, exercises, crafts, gardening, etc.

Shifts: Flexible; 2 hours once per week between 10:00 am.-7:00 pm, 7 days a week.

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!
The Health and Home Care Society of BC provides:
  • A friendly and supportive environment. 
  • Training and support to volunteers.
  • References upon request.
  • The opportunity to learn new skills and develop old ones.
  • Ongoing recognition.
  • The opportunity to have fun!
Requirements:
  • 18 years of age or older.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Comfortable working with seniors.
  • Willing to conduct a criminal 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).

Contact us!

If you're ready to join our volunteer team, apply online!
For more information on joining our volunteer team, please reach out via e-mail or call (604) 733-9177 ext 107.