New Volunteer Form

GIVE A HELPING HAND

Volunteer in the Community

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with People For a Healthy Community!

Please read about our volunteer needs below to determine which area is of interest to you. We primarily need volunteers in our

Food Program and Senior's programming areas.

Our volunteer roles range quite a bit, and we work with diverse kinds of Gabriolans. Some examples of volunteer roles can involve cooking, gardening, delivering meals, packing or delivering groceries, sorting vegetables, organizing donations, supporting workshops, serving on committees or the Board of Directors and more.

Volunteering currently takes place from Monday-Thursday, and shift lengths depend on the task/program usually ranging from about
45 minutes to 2 hour shifts.

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VOLUNTEER FOR

General Opportunities

You will receive some conversation training on how to ask open ended questions, and what to do in a challenging situation.

Please fill out the PHC Volunteer Application form online and a criminal record check will be required.

Good Morning Wellness Phone Call

Time Requirement:

1 hrs per week, call 5 seniors and chit chat for 5-10 mins.

This would involve being put on a back-up list for when we are short of volunteers, or perhaps have something we need extra help for such as holiday hampers, special events etc.

Occasional

Time Requirement:

TBA this depends on what the event is!

The committee has two distinct functions. Firstly, members review applications for roles on the Board or Committees from the community & recommend successful candidates to the Board. Secondly, the Committee ensures the smooth operation of the organization’s governance.

No experience is necessary. Understanding how a not-for-profit organization operates is beneficial. Being well-connected to the community for recruiting potential volunteers would be an asset.

Governance and Nominating Committee of the Board

Time Requirement:

Monthly meetings (in person or virtual). Average time 1 to 2 hours a month.

If you are handy, we can often use help ensuring our facilities are operating smoothly. This can be done on an as-needed basis.

Facility Manitenence

Time Requirements:

TBA this depends on what needs fixing!

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If you would like more info please contact

info@phcgabriola.org | 250-247-7311

Food Program Volunteers

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Food Programs

$600

Sorting vegetables that Nester’s can no longer sell, and reducing waste by diverting the food back to people, animals, or compost for our gardens.

Food Recovery

Time Requirements: Mon-Thurs mornings at PHC, takes place outside.

$600

Helping to cook meals, bake, etc.
The day of this can vary depending on kitchen usage and whether you’d prefer to cook alone or with others etc.

Cooking

Time Requirement:

TBA this depends on what's cooking!

$600

Support growing food for our community members and the garden program we offer at GES. Grow food for us in your garden at home, or start some seedlings to get transplanted to our garden.

Gardening

Time Requirement:

Wednesdays from 1-4pm

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If you would like more info please contact food@phcgabriola.org | 250-247-7322

Seniors Program Volunteers

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Seniors Programs

$600

Adult Day Activity Program for seniors, includes social time, lunch, exercise, and activities for mental and social stimulation.

Mondays and Saturdays,

10:30am – 3:00pm, Rollo Centre

Program runs throughout the year.

Work as part of a team to:

Room set-up & take-down
Serving tea, coffee and lunches
Greet & socialize with seniors
Excellent communication skills
Ability to work well as part of a team

Stepping Up, Stepping Out

Requirements: Minimum of 3-4 hrs per week, One program day per week

$600

An educational series featuring presentations on topics relating to optimal aging. Previous presentations have focused on Advance Care Planning, Housing for an Aging Population, Substance Use Guidelines for 65+, Fall Prevention, Brain Health, Safe Driving over 65, and other topics related to optimal aging.

Work as part of a team to: