Volunteer

Life After Fifty is recruiting volunteers!

Want to help? The work of Life After Fifty depends heavily on the generosity of volunteers. Help make a difference in the lives of seniors in Windsor and Essex County. There are many ways in which you can contribute. If you’re interested in volunteering please call or email our volunteer coordinator.
mhoevenaars@lifeafterfifty.ca or 519-254-1108 ext 132

Community Wellness Opportunities
Friendly Visitor

Providing companionship (no personal care required) in a seniors home one hour a week.
A one hour visit once per week. Visits need to be done Mon-Fri between 8:30am and 4:30pm.
The senior is screened prior to visits and a staff will accompany you on your first visit.
Police clearance is required

Telephone Assurance Caller

Providing a friendly phone call to homebound seniors to ensure safety and general well-being.
Calls vary from once a week to 3 times a week.
Calls must be made Mon – Fri. between 8:30am and 4:30pm

Programming
Fitness Spotters

Supporting the fitness instructor to ensure participants are performing the exercises safely and correctly
Must have some fitness experience
One class a week at the East Side Centre Wed. 1pm-2pm and Mon. and Fri. 12:15pm-1:15pm

Beginner Sewing Instructor

Providing beginner sewing instructions to our members
Must have sewing experience
One class a week at the East Side Centre on Wed. 10am-12pm OR Fri. 10am-12pm or 1pm-3pm

Acrylic Paint Instructor

Providing beginner painting classes to our members
Must have painting experience
At the East Side Centre. Details on times/ days not yet available

Fundraising

Bingo

Greeting patrons and clearing tables at the bingo hall
Paradise Gaming Hall, Dougal Ave. Windsor
Assist once a month for two hours during an assigned bingo
A two-hour training workshop is required. Must be 19 years of age or over

Currently Recruiting Friendly Visiting Volunteers

Volunteering at Life After Fifty...

Lifer After Fifty relies on the help of volunteers in every aspect of the Centres' life.

For anyone with spare time on their hands and a willingness to help others, the Centres can offer many rewarding volunteer opportunities. You don't need to be over the age of 50 to help.

Want to volunteer on a regular basis (daily, weekly, monthly, occasionally)?
We may have a position just for you!

What you can expect:

the satisfaction of knowing that you are helping someone
the opportunity to share a special skill or talent
the opportunity to meet new people and make new friends
the opportunity to do as much, or as little, as you like

Interested?

Print out a Volunteer Application Form and submit it to either LAF location.
OR pick up an application form from either LAF location today!

Questions?