Donate
Lifetime Networks relies on the generosity of our supporters to help us in our work to provide lasting friendships and support for people with disabilities.
Your donation provides:
- The opportunity for adults or young adults to explore their creative side in the Theatre Troupe
- The opportunity for adults and young adults to be citizens who belong and give back
- An opportunity for an adult or young adult to experience creative expression through art, music, or photography
- An opportunity for a teen, adult or young adult to experience the security and joy of a lasting friend and peace of mind to parents
- An opportunity for an adult or young adult to receive the direct teaching missed during the school years; this teaching creates contributing adults
- An opportunity for an adult or young adult to secure sustainable employment
Volunteer
Our volunteers are the backbone of all that we do at Lifetime Networks. We have a large family of committed and dedicated volunteers who collectively donate approximately 800 volunteer hours each month.
Volunteers serve in a number of capacities including, but not limited to: Network Friends, Best Buddies, Fundraising Events, Committees, and Board of Directors.
We would love to talk to you if you:
- Have a skill or passion you would like to share
- Would like to develop a friendship with someone with a disability
- Have fundraising talents or enjoy helping out with events
- Would like to make a difference in the life of someone with a disability
We accept volunteer inquiries all year round. Please let us know if you would like to be involved with our programs, fundraising, events or administration.
Volunteer Inquiries
Open Volunteer Positions
Network Friend (Volunteer Role)
Volunteer Position Description
Network Friend
We ask that you visit the focus person once or twice a month.
Lifetime Networks is a non-profit society that builds and maintains Networks of Personal Support around individuals who may be isolated due to barriers such as disabilities or mental health issues. Each network is facilitated by a Network Facilitator and is comprised of volunteers called Network Friends.
Function
To develop a reciprocal friendship based on mutual interests and a desire to make a difference in the life of someone who is experiencing isolation or loneliness.
Administrative Structure
The Network Facilitator supports the Network Friends. The Network Facilitator acts as a liaison between Lifetime Networks, the other Network Friends, parents, family, and the person at the centre of the network (called the Focus Person).
Duties/Position Requirements
– Criminal Record Check, Confidentiality Agreement, Conflict of Interest Form and Driver’s Abstract
– Monthly contact with the Network Facilitator by phone or email
– Two in-person visits per month with the person at the centre of network
– Weekly contact (i.e. by phone or email) with the person at the centre of the network
– Attendance and input at network planning meetings, held several times per year
Qualifications/Desirable Characteristics
– An understanding of, and respect for, the confidentiality of the Focus Person and family
– Respect for the Focus Person and his/her unique needs
– Ability to recognise and honour personal choices for the Focus Person
– Self-motivated, patient, flexible
– Ability to work with a team to offer appropriate friendship and support to the Focus Person
Volunteer Application
- Download the Application
- Fill it out
- Send completed Applications to Jessie Berg at volunteer@Lnv.ca
or drop it off in person at our Lifetime Networks office #102 -4090 Shelbourne Street.
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