Minds in Motion™ is a fitness and social program for people experiencing early stage memory loss.  A 45-minute fitness program is followed by an hour of socializing and activities such as billiards, Wii, ping pong, board games, etc.  People with dementia may attend alone or with a care partner.

We are seeking a volunteer program assistant to:
 

  • help with the set up and clean up of refreshments, games and activities for the social part of the program
  • assist the program facilitator to ensure activity participation and socialization. This may include spending one-to-one time with participants who need extra support.
  • under the direction of the fitness instructor, provide one-to-one guidance to assist participants during the fitness part of the program

The volunteer should:

  • Enjoy being with people, and be comfortable reaching out and including others
  • Be patient, friendly and fun; comfortable in a non-competitive, inclusive environment
  • Have experience working with older adults 
  • Have at least basic knowledge and experience with dementia 
  • Be physically able to participate in the fitness part of the program
  • Have the physical ability to lift light weights (supplies)

Location: Pearkes Recreation Centre, 3100 Tillicum Road, behind Tillicum Mall

Time(s): 1:00 to 3:30 pm  (program is 1:30 – 3:15)

Commitment Required: 3 months minimum
 

To apply for this position in Victoria:

Download the volunteer candidate form

When completed, mail to:


Alzheimer Society of B.C. Resource Centre
Greater Victoria
202-306 Burnside Rd West
V8Z 1M1
Fax: 250-382-8108

 

Please note that a criminal record check will be required.