CNIB (Canadian National Institute for the Blind)

Vision Mate Program

CNIB (Canadian National Institute for the Blind) - 826 Princess Street, Kingston, ON

Starting Immediately     1-3hrs / week

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CNIB (Canadian National Institute for the Blind)

CNIB (Canadian National Institute for the Blind)

Accessibility and/or Disability Supports - Kingston, ON
Member For 2 years
Recruiting
Phone613-449-1175
Alt Phone
Email nicole.cartmill@cnib.ca
Website https://www.cnib.ca/
Address826 Princess Street, Kingston, ON
Do you accept secondary/high school student volunteers? No
Do you/would you consider accepting post-secondary student placements? No

Vision Mate Program

Organization CNIB (Canadian National Institute for the Blind)
Category Accessibility and/or Disability Supports
Location
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Vision Mates provide regular, one-to-one assistance and companionship for a person who is blind or partially sighted. Matches are made with someone who lives close to your home, school or work.

  • Background Check Required
  • Kingston, ON
  • Starting Immediately
  • 1-3hrs / week
  • 10 Spots Available of 10
  • Suitable For: Adults (18+)
Vision Mate Program

Dates and Times

Visits are usually two hours per week on days and times that are convenient for the client and the volunteer (including evenings and weekends).

Required Qualifications

Volunteers will need to complete CNIB orientation and training.

Position Responsibilities

You visit once a week for a couple of hours to assist with tasks like reading, errands (like groceries and shopping), going for walks, and socializing.

Volunteer Benefits

-Make a difference for people who are blind or partially sighted; provide sighted assistance and companionship to a person in your community who is blind or partially sighted. -Develop or use experience and skills in client service. -Be part of a dedicated and passionate staff and volunteer team working to further CNIB’s mission. -Reference or confirmation of hours upon request, after 3 months’ successful participation as a volunteer.