Activities involved
Arts and Crafts Coordinator
Community Outreach
Companion/Visitor
Medical Support
Social Work
Skills required
Requirements:
- Interview
- References
Also required for this position: Commit to in person mandatory training on March 27, 2024 from 4pm-6pm.
Commit to every Thursday for 8 weeks from April 11 - May 30, 2024 from 4pm-5:30pm in person
- Good for families
- Good for groups
- Good for youth
- Accessible by public transit
Art Therapy: Opening Minds Through Art (OMA) Program
Bethany Riverview is seeking dynamic volunteers who enjoy connecting and interacting with seniors. The OMA program is a facilitated, evidence-based, intergenerational art-making program for people living with dementia. One residents (artists) is paired with one volunteer over an 8 week period who supports and encourages the resident to utilize their imagination and focus on their remaining strengths to create beautiful, abstract art work. An art show and silent auction follows the program. The program's goal is to build bridges across age and cognitive barriers through art. Support and guidance are provided by the program facilitators.
Certification or Education Required
Be responsible and patient, compassionate, and demonstrate professionalism.
Why should you volunteer for this opportunity?
You will enhance your observational, communication and interpersonal skills while engaging with the seniors and staff. It is the perfect opportunity for individuals considering futures in any health care or human service field, people with an interest in art therapy, people looking for intergenerational experiences, or for anyone with a desire and compassion to help others in their community. It is a limited time program for those with busy schedules.
Activities involved
Arts and Crafts Coordinator
Community Outreach
Companion/Visitor
Medical Support
Social Work
Skills required
Requirements:
- Interview
- References
Also required for this position: Commit to in person mandatory training on March 27, 2024 from 4pm-6pm.
Commit to every Thursday for 8 weeks from April 11 - May 30, 2024 from 4pm-5:30pm in person
- Good for families
- Good for groups
- Good for youth
- Accessible by public transit