Volunteer
"Everyone has such big hearts and just volunteering here has been so wonderful. I've just never met such a great group of people who care so much about others."
Get Involved at Hospice Georgina
We offer a variety of opportunities to learn, grow and give back to our community. Serving as a hospice volunteer can challenge your spirit, fill your heart and enrich your own life. You are guaranteed to meet extraordinary people who will share this incredible journey with you.
Who Can Volunteer
Individuals 18 years of age or older
Secondary school students at some events for volunteer hours
Successful completion of a Vulnerable Sector Check
30 hours of Core Training when directly working with clients
When Can I Volunteer
Visiting support is determined between client and volunteer
Grief & bereavement support is determined between client and volunteer
Events & outreach is based on needs and timing of events
Why Volunteer
New skills and experience
Qualification or experience for future employment
Meeting new people
Make a difference in your community
Use your skills and talents for good
Helping others
How Can I Help?
We don't see volunteering as a one-way street. We get your time and know-how, but you won't walk away empty-handed.
Visiting Volunteers
Hospice Georgina relies on a number of specially trained volunteers to support a client's social and emotional needs. Volunteers may visit in a client's home or place of residence, offer telephone support or provide caregiver support. Help reduce social isolation, provide caregiver respite, and add quality to a persons life. Volunteers usually visit weekly and are needed for daytime, evening and weekend visits, depending on client preferences.
Required Training:
HPCO Online Training
Expected Time Commitment:
1-2 hours per week (length of time commitment could vary), monthly volunteer meetings
Events and Outreach Team
We welcome you to join a great team of volunteers by doing community outreach, supporting events or fundraising efforts. It is a great way to refresh your skills and expand your interests with others in a variety of volunteer activities:
Events committee
Catch the Ace Support
Fundraising & Volunteer Events
Community outreach - information booths, speakers
Office support
Required Training:
At need basis.
Expected Time Commitment:
1-2 hours per week (length of time commitment could vary), monthly volunteer meetings
Grief Support Volunteers
Reaching out for support at the right time can truly make a difference for someone who is grieving. Hospice volunteers provide support during difficult times to those grieving, by offering a listening ear and understanding. Hospice Georgina volunteers plan community memorial services and other tributes such as maintaining the labyrinth and memory tree at the Georgina Civic Centre. Volunteers usually visit weekly and are needed for daytime, evening and weekend visits, depending on client preferences.
Required Training:
HPCO Online Training, bereavement skills training
Expected Time Commitment:
1-2 hours per week (length of time commitment could vary), monthly volunteer meetings
Volunteer Driver
Bring our clients to and from our programs at our office. You will be reimbursed for mileage.
Lifestyle Resource Volunteers
Clients find that enhancing various lifestyle interests can improve their outlook, coping skills and sense of purpose in life. Lifestyle volunteers offer hands-on opportunities to explore creative arts and complementary therapies. Please consider sharing your talents with others:
Painting, quilting, music, journaling, scrapbooking, gardening, drumming, photography, crafts
Yoga, meditation, visualization, Reiki, Therapeutic touch, Massage therapy, Music therapy, Chi Gong, Tai Chi
Important Links for Volunteers
Alternative application form to fill out and print or forward to Hospice Georgina. Join our crew to give back and grow with us.
Applicants can select "District #3 for Georgina". Turnaround time is approximately 10 business days. If you are unable to complete the form online, please contact Laurie at Hospice Georgina for further assistance.
This form is to be completed by September 1 of each year by all Hospice Georgina employees and volunteers, who have previously completed a criminal background check for Hospice Georgina. Vulnerable Sector Checks must be completed every 3 years.
