Enliven’s Levin rest homes a great place to volunteer

Enliven’s Levin rest homes are on the lookout for volunteers to give their time in 2021.

In Levin Enliven operates Levin Home for War Veterans and Reevedon Home and Village.

“Volunteers make such a difference to the residents in our homes,” says Manager Michelle Day. “We’re very grateful to have such amazing people on board here helping every week doing a range of different things.”

She says in 2021 they’d love to hear from anyone who could help with cafe mornings at Reevedon Home, spend one-on-one time with residents at both the homes and help with board games.

More than 300 people volunteer their time at Enliven rest homes and retirement villages across the lower North Island every year.

Volunteers of all ages regularly help at Enliven homes and there are a diverse range of roles that people can donate their time to, Enliven’s business operations manager Suzanne Simpson says. “They give much more than just time. Volunteers become friends and supporters; they bring diversity,

Enliven’s volunteers are invaluable to staff and residents.

spontaneity and excitement to our rest homes and day programmes.”

Some volunteers help with recreation activities such as the men’s shed or art and craft groups, and others provide companionship. “They might visit with their children or pets, or spend oneon-one time with a resident,” explains Suzanne.

In Levin Enliven offers a full continuum of care from independent retirement living to rest home, hospital and dementia care, short-term respite, health recovery care and an engaging day programme. To learn more about Enliven’s philosophy and services or to volunteer with Enliven, visit www.enlivencentral.org.nz. You can also call 06 368 7900 (Reevedon Home) or 06 366 0052 (Levin Home)