613-969-8862 | 1-866-340-089 traceyld@viq.ca
| About the Position | |
| Position # | 834 |
| Organization | CNIB Foundation |
| Position | Vision Mate - Vision Mate |
| Impact Statement | I think the most concise way to sum up my experience would be to say that the biggest reward that both the Vision Mate and the person they're matched to receive is the friendship that develops from the weekly meetings. I don't believe I've ever had a volunteer experience where I felt such a personal connection to what I was doing, and it has been one of the best volunteer experiences that I've ever had.” |
| Description | Vision Mates provide regular, one-to-one assistance and companionship for a person who is blind or partially sighted. Matches are made with someone who lives close to your home, school or work. You visit once a week for a couple of hours to assist with tasks like reading, errands (like groceries and shopping), going for walks, and socializing. |
| Training Details | Volunteers will be required to complete the Volunteer Orientation that includes how to be a sighted guide, along with AODA training and the Volunteer Code of Conduct. |
| Working Conditions | This position occurs in the client's home and in the community. |
| Duration | 7 - 12 months |
| Timing | Anytime |
| Time Detail | Volunteers are asked to commit to 2 hours once a week for 6 months or more. |
| Age | 18+ |
| Ideal for | An Individual |
| Transportation | Car required |
| Area(s) of Interest | Caring Support |
| Skill(s) | Community Knowledge/Awareness, Time Management, Accountability, Empathy, Flexibility |
| How to Apply | |
| Application Link: | |
| Website | http://www.cnib.ca |
| Send an Email Message | |
| Contact | Nicole Cartmill |
| Phone | 613-449-1175 |
| Address | , |
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Phone: 613-969-8862
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