WHY VOLUNTEER...

• to gain work experience
• to give back to the community
• to make a difference in someone else’s life
• for course credit
• to meet new people
• to learn a new skill
• to keep busy
• to feel good about yourself

HOW TO GET TO THE MANOR…
Free parking for volunteers.
Regular bus routes #2, 16, 86
& 176 and more during peak hours.

SOME OF OUR VOLUNTEERS HAVE SAID...

“I get a high from the welcoming smile I receive from the residents when I arrive.”

“You get more than you give.”

“It doesn’t take much to brighten a day.”

“It’s the most rewarding thing I do all week.”

“There’s no place like the Grace!”

“I wanted to become a volunteer to do something selfless, but once I experienced the pure joy and satisfaction that can only come from giving your time freely, I realized I was doing something selfish. And I couldn’t be happier about it! I say do something selfish. Volunteer!”

VOLUNTEER TASKS…

• help serve in the dining rooms
• deliver mail to residents
• visit with residents
• assist the hairdresser
• care for the Manor’s canaries
• accompany residents to medical appointments
• help with recreational programs such as baking, crafts, horticulture groups, beanbags, bowling, outings, bingo, concerts, parties, etc…
• play a musical instrument for residents
• clerical and reception work
• circulate the tuck trolley or ice cream cart
• bring your child or pet in to visit
• help with food preparation
• The possibilities are endless!

WE COUNT ON VOLUNTEERS TO SUPPORT OUR STAFF IN CARING FOR THE RESIDENTS WHO CALL THE GRACE MANOR HOME

VOLUNTEER REQUIREMENTS…

• two references
• a minimum commitment of 6 months and/or 60 hours of volunteer work
• a two-step Mantoux test for Tuberculosis (provided at the Manor)
• a police check (at no cost to volunteers)
• a flu shot if volunteering during the flu season (Nov-April)
  

Why all of these requirements?
Because we need to ensure the safety and security of our residents.