Supported Volunteer Program
Volunteer
opportunities for adults with developmental disabilities provide a way of connecting with
people and the community, leading towards greater independence and
self-reliance
What Service is Available?
The key focus of this program is to assist adults with developmental
disabilities and
integrate them more fully into our community by way of a volunteer position
in a non-profit agency.
Program Eligibility
 | All participants in the Supported Volunteer Program must be
referred by the Ministry of Children and Family Development |
| All participants must be 19 years of age or older |
| Everyone has the right to refuse service |
| All participants must reside within the boundaries of Maple Ridge and
Pitt Meadows |
| Inability to perform assigned duties could result in end of service |
Potential clients must have the ability to:
| Function independently or with the aid of a support person |
| Carry out assigned tasks |
| Follow schedules |
| Keep appointments |
Benefits For Volunteers
Volunteer opportunities for adults with developmental disabilities provide a way of
connecting with people and the community, leading towards greater
independence and self-reliance. It also benefits the volunteer in:
| Learning new skills |
| Meeting new people |
| Building self-confidence |
| Having fun |
| Participating in community events and programs |
Benefits for Non-Profit Agencies
Discover what our Supported Volunteer Program can offer your
non-profit agency:
| Motivated and dependable volunteers |
| The opportunity to share in a very worthwhile project |
| The program coordinator provides orientation, training and support for
the volunteer |
Should you wish to participate as an agency placing a volunteer or have
any questions please contact us.
Contact Information
| Supported Volunteer Coordinator |
| Office hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm |
| Phone 604-467-6911 extension 229 |
Funding
The B.C. Government has funded the Supported Volunteer Program since
1989. The Ministry of Children and Family Development currently
provides the funding for services available within this program.
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