Opportunity Details
This year for Seniors Month, an event we will be hosting for our retirement community - Wyndham Gardens - is a "Strawberry Social" for all of the residents and staff! This will be a great opportunity for our volunteers to see the retirement community, and to meet the lovely residents and staff.Details of the event:
We will be serving fresh Ontario strawberries, with ice cream to all the staff and residents!
Date: Thursday, June 16, 2022
Address: 4300 Highway 7, Markham, Ontario L3R3A6
Volunteers Needed for:
1) 12:30pm-4:00pm (Event Set Up/Take Down, Serving) - 4 Volunteers
Volunteer Requirements:
- Due to the nature of the pandemic and our vulnerable population, we require our volunteers visiting the Retirement Community to complete a Rapid Test before entry.
- Must wear a mask at all times
Details of the day:
When you first arrive, you will need to complete a rapid test at Unionvilla. Next, you will meet with the Volunteer Coordinator for an orientation and tour of Wyndham Gardens. Volunteers will assist with event set up, serving and event take down. The event will be held in the afternoon at 2pm. It will be held outdoors - front entrance of Wyndham Gardens (weather permitting) if not, it will be served in the Cafe Area.
Arrival Instructions:
1) Please go to Unionvilla - 4300 Highway 7 to complete a rapid test. (15 minute process)
2) There is free parking in front of our building, along Highway 7.
3) After the rapid test, you will then meet with the Volunteer Coordinator for an orientation and tour of Wyndham Gardens.
Budget Request:
1) Fresh Ontario Strawberries - $150
2) Chapmans Ice Cream 11.4L - $100
3) Other supplies (cups, utensils, decorations) - $50
This budget will be used to provide supplies for our event, approximately serving 50-80 residents/staff.
Available Shifts
| Shift Name | Signup Max | Start | End |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | 4 | n/a | n/a |
Opportunity Details
The Centro Mercado, our free food market, is open to anyone in the community—no requirements, no appointment needed. The Mercado is located across the street from Centro Cultural at 1216 East Baseline Street and open 6 days a week thanks to volunteer support.Volunteers help with organizing food supplies, stocking pantry shelves, and possibly some cleanup.
Opportunity Details
Trained volunteers meet qualified walkers at their homes and enjoy some time outside together. The walker will be screened for safety to participate and the volunteer will participate in a 1 hour training session and undergo a background check. Volunteers must provide a photo to be used on their Let's Walk ID badge that will be worn during participation in the program. Walkers and volunteers sign a waiver to state that they are safe to participate in voluntary walking with others. Walkers can use any device needed to allow them to be safe while walking and it can be whatever distance they can tolerate, some just walk down the driveway and others can walk a mile. The walker will be assessed by a licensed therapist to participate and the information will be provided to the volunteer along with contact information to schedule a time that works for both parties.We keep volunteers close to home for many reasons: less time involved to help others, good knowledge of surroundings for safety, get to know your neighbors, do good in your own community.
Opportunity Details
Basic Needs Kits are always in high-demand and remain one of the ongoing needs of our agency partners. Get together with you coworkers and assemble much needed individual basic needs kits to be distributed to local agencies. With your support United Ways funding provides a range of supports to individuals and families that are experiencing homelessness, or at risk of homelessness as well as help people transition into or maintain housing.HYGIENE KITS #1
Often ignored is the continued need for feminine hygiene products. These items become an expensive necessity for women in vulnerable positions.
Each large Ziploc bag kit consists of:
• Feminine pads
• Feminine protection tampons
• Toothbrush
• Toothpaste
• Shampoo & Conditioner or Shampoo 2-in-1
• Deodorant
• Body wash
• Hand wipes or sanitizer
• Band-aids
• Comb or brush
• Lip Balm
• Socks
HYGIENE KITS #2
Each large Ziploc bag kit consists of
• Toothbrush
• Toothpaste
• Deodorant
• Shampoo & Conditioner or Shampoo 2-in-1
• Body wash
• Hand wipes or sanitizer
• Band-aids
• Comb or brush
• Soap
• Socks
Reach out to your local contact at United Way Durham Region who will work with you and your team to coordinate this opportunity and drop off at United Way Durham Region 345 Simcoe, St S, Oshawa.
Contact Sherry MacLeod sherrym@unitedwaydr.com for any questions.
Opportunity Details
You will be assigned a nursing home to go to on the day of your shift, check in at the front desk and then help residents that are interested in signing in for the virtual jam sessions. You will assist with technology set up, helping residents engage in program. You will man the chat for the facility, typing in questions or comments residents have. You will also help residents fill out feedback surveys and other measures.Available Shifts
| Shift Name | Signup Max | Start | End |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | no limit | n/a | n/a |
Opportunity Details
Dates are the following for the pilot: May 16th, May 23rd, June 6th, June 13th at 6:30pm at StoryPoint Grove City. It is in person, you will assist with assisted living residents, high schoolers, and families engage in songwriting workshop, pass out materials, etc. The goal of this program is to decrease isolation and loneliness as well as increase confidence in song writing and increase relationships between generations.Available Shifts
| Shift Name | Signup Max | Start | End |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | 4 | n/a | n/a |
Opportunity Details
This June, we will be hosting a Father's Day event for our residents. This event will consist of 8 activity stations, with opportunities for them to win prizes. We are looking for engaging, compassionate, and outgoing volunteers to help us host this fun filled day!Details of the event:
Full Day Event - 8 Activity Stations (Mini Putt, Nerf Gun, Bean Bag Toss, Basketball, Outdoor Bowling, etc.)
Date: Friday, June 17, 2022
Address: 4300 Highway 7, Markham, Ontario, L3R 1L8
Volunteers Needed for two shifts:
1) 8:30am-12:00pm Morning Shift (Event Set Up/Running the Stations) - 11 Volunteers
2) 12:45pm-4:00pm Afternoon Shift (Running the Stations/Event Clean Up) - 11 Volunteers
Volunteers Needed: 22
Volunteer Requirements:
- Due to the nature of the pandemic and our vulnerable population, we require Three Covid-19 Vaccinations from all of our volunteers entering our Long-Term Care.
- Must wear a mask at all times
Details of the day:
When you first arrive, you will need to complete a rapid test. Next, you will meet with the Volunteer Coordinator for an orientation and tour of the home. The first part of the morning will be spent preparing for the event. Volunteers will assist with event set up, running the stations, event take down etc. The event will begin at 10:30am and finish at 3:30pm. It will be held indoors + the courtyard (weather permitting).
Arrival Instructions:
- There is free parking at the front of our building, along Highway 7.
- Upon arrival, you will need to complete a rapid test before entry (15 minute process)
- At 8:45am, you will meet with the Volunteer Coordinator for an orientation and tour.
Budget Request:
1) Prizes - $150
2) Other Supplies (decorations, games, refreshments, etc.) - $150
This budget will be used to provide prizes for our prize station, as well as supplies. We anticipate about 60 residents and family members will participate.
Available Shifts
| Shift Name | Signup Max | Start | End |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morning Shift - Event Set Up/Running the Stations | 11 | n/a | n/a |
| Afternoon Shift - Running the Stations/Event Clean Up | 11 | n/a | n/a |
Opportunity Details
This year for Seniors Month, one of the events we will be hosting at Unionvilla Long-Term Care is a "Strawberry Social" for all of our residents and staff! The residents have missed having fun events like these, and with your help we can make it happen! It is a great opportunity to get to know what Long-Term Care is all about, and to meet our lovely residents and staff.Details of the event:
We will be serving fresh Ontario strawberries, with ice cream and whipped cream to all the staff and residents!
Date: Wednesday, June 15, 2022
Address: 4300 Highway 7, Markham, Ontario, L3R 1L8
Volunteers Needed for two shifts:
1) 8:45am-12:00pm (Strawberry Prep, Event Set Up) - 4 Volunteers
2) 12:45pm-4:00pm (Serving, Portering, Event Clean Up) - 4 Volunteers
Volunteers Needed: 8
Volunteer Requirements:
- Due to the nature of the pandemic and our vulnerable population, we require Three Covid-19 Vaccinations from all of our volunteers entering our Long-Term Care.
- Must wear a mask at all times
Details of the day:
When you first arrive, you will need to complete a rapid test. Next, you will meet with the Volunteer Coordinator for an orientation and tour of the home. The morning will be spent preparing for the event. Volunteers will assist with washing, cutting and preparing the strawberries, event set up, etc. The event will be held in the afternoon at 2pm. It will be held in our courtyard (weather permitting) if not, it will be served on the units. Volunteers will assist to serve, porter and clean up in the afternoon.
Arrival Instructions:
- There is free parking at the front of our building, along Highway 7.
- Upon arrival, you will need to complete a rapid test before entry (15 minute process)
- You will then meet with the Volunteer Coordinator for an orientation and tour.
Budget Request:
1) Fresh Ontario Strawberries - $150
2) Chapmans Ice Cream 11.4L x 3-5 - $150
This budget will be used to provide supplies for our event, approximately serving 100 residents and 100 staff.
Available Shifts
| Shift Name | Signup Max | Start | End |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strawberry Prep/Event Set Up | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| Serving/Portering/Event Clean Up | 4 | n/a | n/a |
Opportunity Details
The past two years have mainly been defined by restrictions on in-person opportunities for recreation and connection. In many cases, these restrictions have disproportionately impacted seniors, contributing to poorer mental, physical, and cognitive well-being.June is Seniors Month in Ontario. This year, we at the Unionville Community Centre for Seniors (UCCS) make a special effort to celebrate the diversity and resiliency of the seniors in our community by offering extra opportunities for them to gather safely.
To this end, we are seeking passionate BMO employee volunteers to help host our "Strawberry Social" on the afternoon of Friday, June 17. This event will be hosted at the Unionville Community Centre for Seniors (UCCS) in Markham. It will be an outdoor social (weather permitting, rain-or-shine) complete with games (i.e., bingo, trivia, darts, horseshoes, cornhole, etc.), treats (i.e., cakes, ice creams), and cool beverages (i.e., lemonade, iced tea, etc.). We anticipate that 40-50 participants will attend. Prizes (i.e., flowering plants, gift certificates, etc.) will be awarded to the winners of the games. The ultimate purpose of this activity is to engage seniors in our community in a low-risk opportunity for socializing and recreation.
We will require volunteers to assist with set-up/take-down, serving refreshments, running games, and awarding prizes. All BMO employee volunteers will also have the opportunity to socialize and connect with our senior participants.
Volunteer Requirements:
- Due to our vulnerable population, we require Volunteers to wear a mask during the event.
The requested budget allocation for this project is $300.00. This amount will cover the cost of refreshments (i.e., cakes, ice creams, beverages), prizes, and additional supplies (i.e., disposable cups, plates, cutlery, bingo daubers, games, etc.).
Below is an approximate budget breakdown:
Refreshments - $150.00
Prizes - $75.00
Additional supplies - $75.00
Available Shifts
| Shift Name | Signup Max | Start | End |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | 10 | n/a | n/a |