U-Turn Program Volunteer
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| Organization Name: | U-Turn Parkinson's |
| Address: | 525 Beresford Ave. Winnipeg MB R3L 1J4 |
| Website: | https://uturnparkinsons.org/ |
| Organizational Description: | U-Turn Parkinson's seeks to empower those living with Parkinson's in their pursuit of wellness. We are committed to supporting them through a holistic approach, and see wellness as an active process through which people become aware of, and make choices toward a more successful existence. We aim to inspire, inform and provide the tools needed to improve one's quality of life. We do this by offering various classes that include boxing, yoga, aerobics, singing, support groups, educational sessions and special events. We are always looking for new ways to continually fight back against this disease. We see wellness having 6 focuses: intellectual, occupational, spiritual, physical, social and emotional. At U-Turn Parkinson's we aim to provide the tools for the person living with Parkinson's to pursue wellness in each of these categories. U-Turn Parkinson's is a Canadian charity (Registration #775822927) committed to helping individuals live their best in spite of Parkinson's. We rely solely on the donations from individuals, foundations and corporations to fund our mission. |
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| Volunteer Opportunity Details | |
| Volunteer Opportunity ID: | 2962 |
| Description of Duties: | Program volunteers are integral to our classes running smoothly. Volunteers will assist class instructors as needed and have the opportunity to provide one-on-one support to various participants. With experience, volunteers can have the chance to support the instructor by teaching alongside to provide modifications. Volunteers will have the chance to provide feedback to the staff about classes. The role of volunteer will also include setting up circuits, wiping down and putting away equipment. Volunteers will also be given opportunities to participate in any special events that are organized throughout the year. |
| Skills Required: | Warm and friendly Attentive Physically able to participate in class Able to follow directions and receive corrections Ability to laugh and have fun Encouraging |
| Skills Gained/Related Careers: | Training/orientation on Parkinson's Disease and exercise Experience working with an older population Experience working with people with a physical disability Experience with a non-profit organization Experience in a gym facility Job experience |
| Age: | 18-30, 31-54, 55+ |
| Time Commitment: | Daytime We run a variety of weekly classes in community centres, gyms and church community spaces within the City of Winnipeg. We run a variety of weekly classes in community centres, gyms and church community spaces within the City of Winnipeg. We will give preference to those who can commit to at least 2 classes per month. Ideally, we would like to arrange an on-going weekly commitment. |
| Location of volunteer opportunity: | Winnipeg |
| Does opportunity require a criminal record check? | Yes Will cost be reimbursed? No |
| Does opportunity require a child abuse registry check? | Yes Will cost be reimbursed? No |
| Opportunity is available to candidates that: | Fulfilling volunteer hours for school credit |
| Organization will provide: | A letter of reference Certificate of recognition Supervision Training/Orientation Special recognition events |
| How to Apply: |
Email: info@uturnpd.org Phone: 204-510-4869 |
| Closing Date: | Dec 31, 2023 |
