Volunteer Interviewers needed for an International Study on Aphasia Awareness
The York-Durham Aphasia Centre is currently recruiting volunteer interviewers to collect data for an international study aimed at assessing levels of aphasia awareness within the general public.
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There are many ways to improve the lives of others by devoting your time and skills.
Volunteer Customer Service Assistant for phone program
Help us make telephone calls in order to thank donors for their generosity. Moreover, assist in updating records and sending request information to donors.
Aphasia Communication Program Volunteers
Volunteering at the York-Durham Aphasia Centre is an opportunity to support people with Aphasia and Acquired Communication Disabilities by participating in discussion groups, various activities and themed skill sessions. Volunteers are trained to apply a variety of communication strategies to promote social links, friendships, acceptance and adapted communication skills among clients. Volunteers with creative and artistic talents help clients express themselves through art, music, drama, craft activities and games. Volunteers with computer skills assist clients with using technology for communication.
Adult Conductive Education Volunteer
Gain experience working directly with individuals living with disabilities. Assist Conductors with classroom setup and delivery of the program while providing hands-on support and assistance to participants during physical activities in the class.
Befriending Volunteer
Our Befriending program matches you with like-minded individuals who want the chance to socialize, take part in group activities, shop, attend an event, or even just chat over coffee. The ideal person for this position is at least 18 years old, mature, reliable, a good listener, patient, open-minded, enthusiastic and respectful of the privacy of others. Matches are made based on similar interests.
DesignAbility Program Volunteer
DesignAbility® volunteers use woodworking, metalworking, engineering and other skills to overcome accessibility issues affecting people living with disabilities. Work within a chapter to review and handle consumer complaints, maintain community and public relations at a local level and contribute to building the overall image and support for the program.
Door-to-Door Captain & Canvasser
Canvassing is a great way to meet new neighbours, catch up with old friends and help a good cause at the same time. Canvassers are asked to canvass approximately 20 - 25 homes in their immediate neighbourhoods. Captains oversee an average of 18 - 25 canvassers and are responsible for distributing canvassing kits and collecting them, along with donations, when the campaign is over.
Office Help Volunteer
Assist with the maintenance of donor database and regular office duties. Volunteering in the office is a great opportunity to learn fundraising administration.
Out-Trip Volunteer
Get out of the city and help a group of energetic and fun-loving adults. Volunteers assist in loading the bus, pushing wheelchairs, cutting food and helping participants with whatever small tasks are required.
Stroke Recovery Warmline
Volunteers receive telephone calls from stroke survivors, family members and caregivers. This is an opportunity to listen, share experiences and make the recovery/rehabilitation process easier for those recovering from stroke.
Volunteer Committee Member
Lend your business expertise; contribute advice to March of Dimes on branding, public relations, fee-for-services marketing, advertising and e-marketing. Help ensure that sound policies, practices, and monitoring mechanisms exist for managing the communications and marketing interests and issues of Ontario March of Dimes.
Volunteer for Jason's House
Lend a hand by giving your time and energy to Jason's House, a single-family home which houses four people with high care needs.
Contact us
March of Dimes
10 Overlea Blvd.
Toronto, ON
M4H 1A4
Toll-free: 1-800-263-3463
Tel: 416-425-3463
Fax: 416-425-8431
E-mail: volunteer@marchofdimes.ca