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Contact us Today!
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“Getting involved with the golf tournament was a way for me to channel my energy, meet some great people and advocate to fight back against this disease. I think it helps me to deal with the disease and to interact with new people for a cause that
matters to all of us.”Beverly Zaifman
“It’s (volunteering) something we can do together. When we are active in an
organization we feel like we are part of something bigger – that we are making a
difference!”Kees & Liz Vreugdenhil
“I have a friend who has been living with Parkinson’s for several years. I wanted to do something that might contribute to ‘easing
the way’ for him. It’s also been a great way to meet other people with similar interests
but with widely different backgrounds.”Wayne McManus
Support our Parkinson’s Community ...
VOLUNTEER!
Volunteers are at the heart of what Parkinson Society Southwestern Ontario does – helping to ease the burden and to find a cure for people
living with Parkinson’s.
If your organization does not currently have a volunteer program, encourage your employer to participate in corporate volunteering and name Parkinson Society Southwestern Ontario as your charity of choice.
Youth Volunteering
Young people can use their volunteer service as a way to learn work skills, establish employment experience and prove their abilities. Youth volunteers bring enthusiasm and energy to their volunteer activities and help create a better community. (High school students can also obtain their required hours of community service.)
Healthcare Professional Volunteers
Volunteer trainers are needed for PEP (Parkinson Education Program) for Community Caregivers to ensure that people living withadvanced Parkinson’s receive better quality care and enhanced dignity in their home or healthcare facilities. We are currently looking for healthcare professionals (OT, PT, RN, Pharmacists, etc.) interested in being trained to give effective Parkinson in-service presentations in their own communities.
Community Partnership Event Hold your own event to benefit Parkinson’s. Organize your own garage sale, golf tournament, tea party, casual days at work, games night or any other event that interests you. Be creative! We are grateful for all your contributions.
Why Volunteer?
• Get connected and meet new friends and contacts
• Strengthen your ties to the community and help to make it a better place
• Increase self-confidence• Strengthen social skills• Learn or enhance skills• Try something new
By volunteering, you offer Parkinson Society Southwestern Ontario many benefits including:
• Being a critical link to the community• Offering a fresh perspective and keeping us
current• Helping us become more responsive to the
community• Helping build support and awareness within
the community• Bringing experience, knowledge and
expertise to the organization• Keeping our organization accountable
Family Volunteering
Family volunteering is a win-win activity. Parkinson Society Southwestern Ontario benefits by offering services to those living with Parkinson’s and you benefit by enjoying quality time together as a family.
As parents, we have the opportunity to show our children how volunteering can make a difference in the lives of others.
Group Volunteering
If your group is looking for something to do in the community, consider volunteering for Parkinson Society Southwestern Ontario. We have various projects throughout the region that would benefit people living with Parkinson’s and their families.
If you belong to a service club, community group or business that already holds an event, ask if they would consider donating the proceeds to support people with Parkinson’s.
Corporate Volunteering
Studies have shown that organizations involved in corporate volunteering have better employee retention while their employees have higher morale and increased skill building. Employer supported volunteerism gives companies the opportunity to make a positive impact in their community and demonstrate that they make giving back a priority.1
Contact your human resources department and find out if your organization has a volunteer program. Some organizations donate or match pledges for their employees’ volunteer efforts.
1https://www.getinvolved.ca/posts/workplace/
Volunteer as an Individual or in a GroupWhat other ways can I become involved in volunteering?
How to become a volunteer?
Call 1-888-851-7376 or email [email protected] to find out about available volunteer opportunities and how you can become involved. We match your interests and talents with our volunteer opportunities.
Contact us today!