Alberta Health Services Home Care

Edmonton, AB, Canada

Joined in July 2010

Alberta Heath Services Home Care Volunteer Program
The goals of our program are:

To decrease the social isolation of Home Care clients, thereby increasing their quality of life.
To assist clients in maintaining independence and continuing to live in the community.
To provide clients with moments of happiness in the present and something to look forward to in the immediate future.
To provide an enriching experience for volunteers, as well as the clients they assist.

We have the following positions available:

Community Visitors – Volunteers are matched one-on-one with a client to provide companionship and support independence in the client’s home. Volunteers assist with activities such as going for walks, having coffee, doing crafts, baking, and going to community events.
Grocery Shoppers – Volunteers are matched one-on-one with a client to provide support and encourage independence through the task of grocery shopping. Depending on client needs, the volunteer may shop either with or without the client on a weekly or biweekly basis.
Medical Drivers – Volunteers provide transportation to and from medical appointments for clients who are unable to access other transportation options in the community. Volunteers may meet several clients over the course of a week or month.
Food Bank Drivers – Volunteers are matched with a client who needs a monthly hamper from Edmonton’s Food Bank. This position strictly requires daytime, weekday availability.

Alberta Heath Services Home Care Volunteer Program
The goals of our program are:

To decrease the social isolation of Home Care clients, thereby increasing their quality of life.
To assist clients in maintaining independence and…