Volunteering is the act of offering your time, skills, or resources to benefit others or a cause without expecting financial compensation in return.
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People with health conditions or disabilities can volunteer in ways that match their abilities—such as remote work or community support—which fosters a sense of purpose, connection, and personal empowerment.
Learn More
- Volunteering in your community is a good way to stay active, help people, and stay connected to others.
- Know that many different organizations are always looking for people of all ages to support their volunteer programs.
- Explore the benefits from volunteering yourself, others, and your community from the Government of BC.
- Learn about volunteer training and opportunities from Volunteer BC.
- Explore volunteer programs such as Better at Home supported by the United way, to support senior’s aging in place.
- Explore remote or virtual ways to volunteer across Canada using the Volunteer Connector.
- Learn about the many different roles needed by volunteers including; volunteering as a grand-parent with Volunteer Grandparents or a variety of roles for non-profit groups listed in Go Volunteer and/ or the United Way.
Things You Can Do
- Think about all the skills, expertise, and knowledge you possess. Think about sharing your skills and knowledge or learning with others.
- Explore your values, beliefs and passions in life – what is a cause or group you would like to support?
- Find a volunteer opportunity in your community that meets your values and needs from GoVolunteer.ca.
- Consider volunteering for a friend or neighbour as one of their care partners.
Tools & Videos
Categories: My Day to Day, Senior
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