Canadian National Institute for the Blind

Friendly visitors

Name of person making request: Cathy Schlichter
Position: Coordinator, Volunteer Services

Number of Volunteer(s) needed: 4

Volunteer Job Description:

Spend time with people who have vision loss. Go for coffee, help with errands/shopping, take walks together. Share interests, play games, read mail/newspaper etc.  Be a Friend!

Qualifications:

Able to commit to 1-2 per week, have a genuine interest in helping others, want to make a difference in someones life.  Criminal Reference Check required

Person to whom volunteer is responsible: CNIB Designated Staff
Approximate time of Assignment: from to
Continuing: yes

Weekly Time Commitment: 1-2 hours/week

Specific Day and/or Time: Flexible

To be arranged with volunteer: Yes

Training:

2 hour information session provided, sighted guide techniques training provided.