July 2009

Interested in becoming
a SARPAD volunteer ?
 

 

Our Categories of Volunteers

- The volunteer on call is available to make accompaniments, medical transportation, errands and other services and respite. The volunteer receives a call at least 48 hours in advance, sometimes one week before the appointment of the beneficiary to know his/her availabilities.

- The regular volunteer offer his/her time on a regular basis (once a week) to make friendly home visits, walks, calls of friendship or errands at the fixed hour and day decided by the volunteer and the beneficiary.

Volunteer Recruitment Criteria

  • Be aged of 18 years old and more;
  • Be a permanent resident of Canada;
  • Speak at least one of the official languages of Canada (French or English);
  • Be ready to make a commitment for a minimum of three months;
  • Have a minimum of 3 hours free per week;
  • Show seriousness, resourcefulness and reliability;
  • Succeed the interview of selection;
  • Give at least 2 references other one than the family and the friends;
  • Present an ID card with photo (Driving licence, passport, etc.).

- You will receive training enabling you to better understand the realities of seniors and feel comfortable building ties with clients.

- You will have opportunity to network with other volunteers.

- You will make a difference in the life of an older adult.

Please feel free to contact us at anytime to involve yourself in our organization as a volunteer or an intern.



An informal meeting of volonteers to share experiences together.

Sarpad's 25th Anniversary in October 2005 has been a very happy gathering of volonteers, seniors and partners.