Summary

Join Meals on Wheels and make a real difference, one delivery at a time. We are looking for compassionate drivers and bikers to deliver nutritious meals, a friendly hello, and a brief wellness check to seniors and homebound neighbors, helping them stay safe, nourished and connected to their community. Support your community on your own schedule, volunteer as a spare driver!

Description

CareBC is looking for volunteers to help deliver meals by bike or car for our Western and Chinese Meals on Wheels programs in Vancouver and Richmond. Volunteers support vulnerable seniors and homebound individuals, helping them stay safe, nourished and connected to their community.

Volunteer Impact:
Our dedicated volunteer team delivers over 400 meals a day, Monday – Friday.
Beyond meals, you’ll offer:

• A friendly visit
• An informal wellness check

Your check-in helps reduce isolation and provides peace of mind to both clients and their loved ones.

What does it take to be a Meals on Wheels Volunteer?

•         Deliver when it works for you, flexible scheduling!

•         A route takes 2 hours or less!

•         Delivering on a weekday between 10:00am - 1:00 pm in Vancouver or Richmond

•         A warm smile and a heart for connecting with isolated seniors

Why we do it:

• To help keep seniors and isolated individuals live independently and confidently in their own homes
• To help relieve stress on caregivers3

Why volunteer with CareBC?

• A meaningful way to give back to your community
• Flexible scheduling options
• Supportive and welcoming staff and volunteer team
• Ongoing training and support for volunteers
• Mileage reimbursement
• Confirmation of volunteer hours and reference letters available after a qualifying period

Qualifications:

• Comfortable interacting with seniors
• Strong Communication skills
• Compassionate, patient and reliable

Other Requirements:

• 18 years of age or older (volunteers under 18 can participate if accompanied by a guardian). 
• A cleared criminal record check. (CareBC can assist with this at no cost)
• Willing to provide two references.
• Proof of double COVID -19 vaccination (Vancouver Coastal Health recognizes Care BC as a health services provider because we support vulnerable clients).
• Valid driver license and auto insurance (for car-based volunteers only).