Volunteer

Join our volunteer team and help support elders, youth, and families in Lake Country.

The Impact of Volunteers

Our volunteers are at the heart of Lake Country Health. Their time, compassion, and dedication help ensure that community members receive the support and connection they need to live healthier, fuller lives.

Our volunteers help:

Foster social connection
Help people attend medical appointments and essential services
Support seniors and elders in staying independent in their homes
Help people navigate health, safety, and social services
Provide connection, compassion, and encouragement
Strengthen the overall health and well-being of our community

Why Volunteer with Us

A life of service is a life of purpose. You will make a difference in people's lives, which is immensely rewarding. You will also find joy in building relationships and contributing to our community's wellbeing. Read what our volunteers have to say:

Pat

Volunteer Driver

"When my aging parents needed rides to appointments, my sisters shared that responsibility. Since I didn’t live nearby, I wasn’t able to help as much as I would have liked. That experience made me realize how many seniors don’t have access to affordable and convenient transportation, and now that I have the time, I’m happy to provide that support."

Volunteer Roles

Choose from a variety of roles based on your interest, schedule, skills and experience.

Volunteer Navigator

As a Nav-CARE trained volunteer, you support older adults, either living independently or in a caregiver situation. You help them identify what matters most to them, connect with community resources, and navigate services that support quality of life.

Time commitment: Flexible, with visits every 2-4 weeks, with a commitment of six months or longer
Typical time: 1-2 hours per visit

Volunteer Driver

Help an older adult attend medical appointments, run an errand, and access essential services. Volunteer drivers can also help with meal, prescription, or grocery deliveries.

Time commitment: Flexible
Typical time: 1–3 hours per ride

Digital Mentor

Help older adults learn how to use phones, tablets, email, and video calls so they can stay connected with family, services, and information.

Time commitment: Flexible
Typical time: 1–2 hours per month

Tax Support

Assist community members, including older adults and individuals with modest incomes, in preparing and filing their income tax returns through the Canada Revenue Agency’s Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP).

Time commitment: Seasonal during tax season, March to April.
Typical time: 4 hours per month in March and April

Event Volunteer

Support community events by helping with setup, greeting attendees, assisting with activities, and creating a welcoming environment for participants.

Time commitment: Occasional
Typical time: 2-4 hours per event

Handyperson Volunteer

Help older adults with small home repairs and maintenance tasks to support safety and independence at home. This may include adjusting doors and windows, tightening cabinet hardware, assembling small furniture, sealing drafts, and assisting with simple household tasks such as changing light bulbs or hanging pictures.

Time commitment: Flexible
Typical time: 1–2 hours visit

Volunteer Appreciation

Please feel free to leave a message, share a story, or simply express your gratitude to these unsung heroes. Your words of appreciation will mean the world to our volunteers and serve as a source of encouragement for them to continue their invaluable work.