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Other Services
Volunteers
Volunteers are at the heart
of our home!
Volunteerism provides many wonderful
opportunities.
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Organizations like Copernicus Lodge
exist because people willingly devote time, energy, kind
words and wisdom in order to improve the quality of life
of those who may not be able achieve it without the kind
help and support of others. In our changing and challenging
times, we look to the volunteer to make Copernicus Lodge
a more caring and compassionate place. |
The reality is that many of the services and
activities provided which are sometimes taken for granted would
not happen if it were not for the individual contributions to
Copernicus Lodge by our volunteers.
 Who
is a Volunteer?
A Copernicus Lodge volunteer is the person who makes a genuine
contribution to the Lodge without remuneration. Our Volunteers
are mothers, fathers, uncles, sisters, brothers, grandmothers
and much more. Volunteers bring skills with them that they want
to use, or they may volunteer in order to gain practical experience
in areas of interest.
The Copernicus Lodge volunteer demonstrates unselfishness in
responding to the needs of others, is modest, encourages and
motivates others to achieve, is creative in adapting to particular
conditions, has tenacity and commitment, while possessing an
acceptance of different cultures, approaches and lifestyles.
Benefits of Volunteering
While there is no doubt about the economic value, the social
and community value of volunteering is almost inestimable.
Our Volunteers will tell you that they grow as individuals through
their involvement with our organization. Our Volunteers discover
their own journey to a life of greater meaning and adventure
through the experiences of our residents who have started and
sustained themselves with what matters most.
Knowing your efforts really make a difference in the life of
a resident feels great!
There are other rewards to be gained from getting involved as
a volunteer at Copernicus Lodge. You have an endless opportunity
to develop abilities that you can apply in your personal and
professional life, such as; interpersonal skills, time management,
leadership and communication skills, just to name a few.
The way in which volunteers make their contribution is unique,
the services they provide, the sense of community they engender
and the positive benefits for their own well-being are enormous.
It all adds up to a wonderful community value.
We are looking for dedicated and caring people who want to
make a difference in the life of our residents and the community.
Some of the volunteer opportuinities will include visits with
residents, participation in social/recreational programs, assistance
with spiritual/religious and cultural observances, assistance
during meal time, and accompanying residents to medical appointments
or on field trips.
 Copernicus
Lodge’s Commitment to Volunteers
Copernicus Lodge recognizes that our volunteers need to be well
trained, managed and supported, to feel they are making a real
contribution and to feel valued.
Copernicus Lodge has an established Volunteer Program under
the direction and supervision of a Fulltime Volunteer Coordinator
who assesses a potential volunteer’s suitability and interest
in volunteering.
Copernicus Lodge is committed to ensuring that volunteer work
transforms into something wonderful, something that makes a
real difference in the lives of our Copernicus Lodge Residents...and
to our Volunteer’s own lives as well. We want the volunteer
experience to deal with issues that the volunteer cares about
through exploring the experiences of others. |
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