Befriending Volunteer
(Ontario March of Dimes)

Position ID: 2835 Last Modified: 26 Jul 2011 Last Full Update: 22 Jul 2010
Opportunity Details
ContactJoanne Dick, Volunteer Coordinator, Ontario March of Dimes; Phone: 905 773 7758 X 6216; Email: jdick@marchofdimes.ca
DutiesProvide friendship to an adult with a physical disability or acquired brain injury. Volunteer has opportunity to have a one-on-one relationship, facilitate group social activities, and explore mutual interests and hobbies
Dates and Times2 hours per week for a minimum of 6 months
LocationYork Region or Simcoe County
Ages18 year(s) and up
Suitable for OSSDNo
Minimum Hours2 / Week
Commitment LengthLong Term - 6 month commitment
TrainingTraining is required
Interaction LevelOne-on-one ; Small Group
Police CheckRequired
Volunteer CategoriesCommunity Outings ; General Help (Developmental/Mental/Physical Disabilities) ; Recreation/Leisure/Sports Activities ; Work with Special Needs/Disabled Youth
Skills/ExperienceMature, reliable, a good listener, patient, open-minded, enthusiastic
Additional RequirementsRespectful of the privacy of others
Agency Details
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Organization NameOntario March of Dimes
Address & Map
13311 Yonge St, Unit 203
Richmond Hill, ON L4E 3L6
 
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Mailing Address13311 Yonge St, Unit 203 
Richmond Hill, ON L4E 3L6
Office Phone905-773-7758 ext.6216 & 6212
Toll Free Phone1-800-567-0315
Fax905-773-3746
E-Mailinfo@marchofdimes.ca
Websitewww.marchofdimes.ca