Community Services

Caregivers' Handbook Table of Contents

Caregivers' Handbook Table of Contents

  1. What is a Caregiver
  2. When Does a Person Become a Care-Receiver
  3. Caring for the Caregiver
  4. Where to Start: Helpful Information You Should Gather
  5. Power of Attorney
  6. The Role of the Community Care Access Centre
  7. Support Services for the Caregiver & the Care Receiver
  8. Services that can be Available in the Home
  9. Health Care Resources
  10. Nutrition
  11. Transportation
  12. Accommodation
  13. Elder Abuse
  14. A

Acknowledgements

Acknowledgements

POINT would like to thank all of the agencies and organizations that contributed to the guide. POINT gratefully acknowledges the generous financial support of the POINT Endowment Fund toward the development of this guide.

The Student Volunteer Resource Guide was revised by Karen Qi, a POINT summer student, and edited by Diane Werner, Executive Director.

Remember

Remember

Before starting your community involvement activities, you may want to read the following steps.

Online Volunteer Opportunities

Online Volunteer Opportunities

VOLUNTEER CENTRE OF TORONTO
www.volunteertoronto.on.ca
Go to the youth volunteer section for specific 40 hour volunteering programs.

CHARITY VILLAGE
www.charityvillage.com
Website supporting Canada's non-profit organizations and charities. Go to the volunteer section to search listings.

ONLINE VOLUNTEERING DATABASE
www.e-volunteering.org
Matches your interests with volunteer opportunities.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES EXCHANGE
www.voe-reb.org

Volunteer Opportunities in the City of Toronto

Volunteer Opportunities in the City of Toronto

This list does not contain all of the student volunteer opportunities in the City of Toronto. It should also be noted that for agencies/organizations outside of the North Toronto area, it is necessary to call the agency/organization to obtain specific information about categories such as type of volunteer opportunities available, minimum age, and available dates. When calling the agency/organization it is a good idea to ask to speak with the Volunteer Coordinator or Manager of the Volunteer Program. Address, websites, phone numbers and email addresses have been provided.

Student Volunteer Responsibilities and Rights

Student Volunteer Responsibilities and Rights

Some responsibilities include:

  • Choosing an organization you respect and support and being sincere in your offer of service.
  • Consulting your parents or guardians if you are under 18 before selecting your community involvement activities.
  • Accepting a volunteer position you believe in and feel will meet your skills, interests, and available time.
  • Understanding and following the agency's designated policies and procedures.
  • Acknowledging the need for training and participating fully within the organization.
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