The Senior Caregiver Ambassador volunteer role is for someone who wants to help support unpaid family & friend caregivers in their community. While the program has a focus on reaching caregivers who are seniors, we want to make sure every caregiver in a community knows where to turn for support.
We typically recruit volunteers who are 55 or older for this role, but welcome applications from anyone 18+.
Here are some of the ways you can support caregivers as an Ambassador in Athabasca, AB:
- share our brochures with caregivers or at local medical clinics and community facilities (libraries, seniors' residences, rec centres, etc)
- help arrange presentations for local community groups
- let us know when senior-focused or wellness-focused events are happening in your community so that we can participate
- help at our information table at community events and conferences
- share your own caregiving story for use on our communications channels (newsletter, website, or social media)
Most of our current Ambassadors have experience as a caregiver to a family member or friend. We also appreciate applicants who have an educational or work background in healthcare or community care.
This role DOES NOT directly support a caregiver or care recipient in the home or otherwise. This role IS NOT for healthcare aide/nursing/clinical experience.
Time Required
The Senior Caregiver Ambassador role is flexible. You will choose your activities and time commitment. Some Ambassadors have an hour or two to give each month, and some Ambassadors have more. We welcome any and all participation!
Senior Caregiver Ambassador
| ongoing | |
| This role is flexible with no minimum hours - Ambassadors perform outreach and build awareness as their availability permits. |
