Yard & Home Maintenance
Help individuals 55+ with modest incomes remain independent as a Senior’s CHOICES volunteer, providing yard and home maintenance.
Role Description
As a Senior’s CHOICES volunteer, you have the opportunity to assist individuals (aged 55+) with modest incomes stay independent and in their homes by providing simple yet essential yard & home maintenance tasks including:
- Assist individuals with lawn mowing, weeding, gardening, and general upkeep of outdoor spaces
- Hanging pictures, rearranging furniture, changing light bulbs, checking smoke alarms, washing windows, or other related tasks.
Some maintenance equipment may be provided, please inquire regarding availability.
Please be aware that as a volunteer in this role there may be risk of slips/trips/falls, inclement weather, low risk of other other personal injury, etc.
Goals of Service
Compassionate care in senior’s
Homes that provide them with
Opportunities to maintain their
Independence while
Connecting and
Engaging them with resources and
Services
Time Commitment
Volunteer hours for these services vary based on a variety of circumstances. Please be aware that certain days/weeks may be busier than others due to changing conditions.
Volunteer Requirements
To volunteer with Senior’s CHOICES, you will need the following:
- A Volunteer Application Form
- Police Information Check
- Copy of full Alberta Class 5 Driver’s License (if applicable) or Photo Identification
In order to use the yard maintenance equipment provided by the CDFCSS, volunteers will need to watch the appropriate tutorial videos (approximately 1 hour in total).
Questions? Call Tia at 780-673-1350 or email tia@camrosefcss.ca
Ready To Volunteer?
Follow the steps below to become a volunteer.
Step 1: Submit Application Online
Create an account for Better Impact and fill out our online application form with your personal information and areas of interest.
Step 2: Meet With Volunteer Coordinator
We'll discuss your options and address any questions. After that, we'll contact your references. If everything is in order, you'll need to apply for a police information and vulnerable sector check.
Step 3: Complete
Training
Once accepted, you will need to read our volunteer handbook, and complete training to prepare you for your volunteer role.
If you need help getting started, feel free to contact our office for support or to request a paper form.
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