VOLUNTEER ROUNDUP
Already starting to plan ahead for 2014? So are some of our organizations. Volunteers are needed to fill positions left vacant as some volunteers head south for the winter. Lots of opportunities at Volunteer Ottawa, a United Way agency. Visit volunteerottawa.ca or call 613-7365270.
❚ Unit model volunteers needed: Volunteers play a crucial role in assisting the staff at Bruyère Continuing Care to do their important work. You will help with the implementation of activities, bringing patients to their appointments (internally), accompanying on outings, friendly visits and multi-tasking. The following shifts are available: 9 a.m. to noon, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., 1 to 4 p.m. and 5 to 8 p.m. If you like to take initiative, are flexible and reliable, this opportunity is for you. Contact Mariama Diallo at 613-562-6364 or email mdiallo@bruyere.org
❚ Volunteer mentors needed: In-TAC, a division of the Ottawa Chinese Community Service Centre, invites you to join our mentorship program. Do you have several years of professional or human resourcesrelated experience? Are you interested in helping internationally educated professionals pursue their career advancement in Canada? A six-week intensive training program will be delivered by Integration Resources Canada Inc. on Thursdays from 6 to 9 p.m., focusing on coaching and mentoring skills to assist those who are currently exploring their career opportunities. Mentors are asked to make a commitment to the training and assist at least one professional for approximately two to three hours per week for up to four months. Contact Sofia Prada at 613-235-4875 ext. 125 or sofia.prada@in-tac.ca
❚ Meals to your door: Meals on Wheels is a volunteer-based support service that delivers nutritious meals to individuals to assist them in maintaining their health and independence at home. Needed are drivers and servers for the Overbrook-Vanier area. Meals are delivered by trained volunteers who provide a personal contact, a safety and security check, as well as an interested daily visitor. As the winter approaches, more volunteers will be needed throughout the city. Contact Terry Moxness at 613-233-2424 or terry@mealsonwheels-ottawa.org
❚ Indoors and out: The Glebe Centre, a 254-bed, not-for-profit long-term care home dedicated to providing resident care and community outreach services to clients in the Ottawa community, has a variety of volunteer opportunities available, including volunteer and van trip drivers, volunteer musicians, exercise group leader and baking or singalong leader. Speak Spanish, Dutch and/or Cantonese? Friendly visitors are also needed. The Glebe Centre provides specialized care to residents, as well as activities and programming in an integrated community setting. These programs are designed to help people remain healthy and happy in their own homes. Contact Lonelle Butler at 613-238-2727 ext. 353 or at volunteer@glebecentre.ca
❚ Never too early: The Canadian Cancer Society is preparing for Daffodil Month and has various positions just for you. Are you available for one day per week for a period of no less than three months? We are in need of a Daffodil Day administrative volunteer who will support fundraising staff with preparations. Are you available on the weekend of April 3-6 or April 10-13? As area co-ordinator for pin sales, you will be the contact person for area stores and volunteers for sales. Are you available for two-tothree hour shifts on the weekends of April 3-6, 2014 and April 10-13, 2014? Volunteers are needed to staff sales tables. These opportunities allow you to raise funds to support leadingedge cancer research, expand your social and professional network, and apply and build your skills in a community context. Contact Laura Lafantaisie at 613-723-1744 ext. 3623 or ottawavolunteer@ontario.cancer.ca
❚ Calling all volunteers: With Christmas fast approaching, the Ottawa Rotary Home is looking for dedicated individuals to help us create a little Christmas magic. The Ottawa Rotary Home is a respite facility for children and adults with physical disabilities and complex medical needs, and we are currently recruiting those who enjoy the traditional Christmas activities. If your talents include crafting, cooking and baking, this is the place for you. A police records check, medical forms, including proof of immunizations and a TB test are required. Contact Chantal Ladouceur at 613-236-3200 or chantall@ rotaryhome.on.ca