VOLUNTEERS

ABOVAS — a non-profit organization that offers accompanied transport for West Island residents going to medical appointments on the Island of Montreal. If you need assistance and/or services, please call. If you have a few hours to offer, access to a car and would like to volunteer, call 514-694-3838 or visit abovas.com. Volunteer West Island matches you with volunteer opportunities that suit your interests in the West Island. Visit cabvwi.org or call 514-457-5445, local 227. A Roxboro centre for adults with mild to moderate cognitive impairment is looking for help on Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The main role is to help with social integration and stimulation of members living with cognitive deficits. An organization that offers programs for at risk youth is looking for adults to supervise a drop-in basketball program at Riverdale High School on Saturday evenings from 6 to 10 p.m. Minimum age: 18 years old. The Meals on Wheels kitchens serving Pierrefonds, Pointe-Claire North and Kirkland are in great need of volunteer drivers and deliverers. The meals are delivered Tuesdays and Thursdays between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Each volunteer is assigned one day a month. Two hours of your time once a month to provide a good meal to a lonely seniors. Other Meals on Wheels kitchens are in need of cooks, same commitment same days and times. Minimum age: 18 years A senior’s residence in Île-Bizard is in great need of volunteers for friendly visits and help with recreation activities. The Relay for Life — This Canadian Cancer Society Committee is looking for individuals willing to give their time and bring their skills to organize the West Island Relay For Life. You would join an experienced team and be part of a great cause, raising money for the CCS to help find a cure for cancer. Meetings being soon for the June 8 event at George Springate Sports Complex in Pierrefonds. Call 514-624-5367. West Island Citizen Advocacy is a Centraide/WICS community organization that matches volunteer citizens with seniors or with people suffering from a handicap. Call 514694-5850 or visit volunteerwica.com. A Pierrefonds man in his 80s who is very easy to talk with would love to spend some time with a male volunteer who can accompany him on social outings for a tea or to enjoy conversation outside of his home. An easygoing Pointe-Claire man in his 80s who is showing the beginning signs of dementia would benefit from sharing some time with a male volunteer who is passionate about travelling and/or photography. He has a cat and lives in a residence which hosts numerous activities. A hardworking Dollard woman in her 80s would love to share some time with a female volunteer who could accompany her to do groceries and run her errands. She is also an artist, would also enjoy sharing meaningful conversation and is very dedicated to her work in the environment.