Volunteering at the Elms

Volunteers play a vital role in enriching the lives of our Residents and helping create meaningful moments each day. 

If you’re interested in volunteering, you can pick up an application form at the front desk or contact our Volunteer Coordinator for more information. All volunteers require an up-to-date Vulnerable Sector Check. We welcome volunteers ages 14 and up —there’s always something to get involved in, and a variety of opportunities to choose from! 

Some Ways Volunteers Can Help: 

• One-on-one visits with residents – reminiscing, chatting, reading the newspaper, writing letters, or looking at photos 

• Helping gather and accompany residents to programs 

• Supporting recreation events like parties, large programs, live music or holiday celebrations 

• Calling or assisting with Bingo 

• Playing cards or table games (Scrabble, checkers, puzzles, Monopoly, cribbage, UNO, etc.) 

• Supporting weekly religious services or offering spiritual companionship and prayer 

• Sharing musical talents—singing or playing instruments 

• Sewing or crafting with or for residents 

• Assisting with bus trips and outings (scenic drives or special excursions) 

• Walking with or wheeling residents indoors or outside 

• Assisting during mealtimes (requires additional training)  

• Visiting with well-mannered pets or little ones 

• Sharing a special skill, talent, interest, or hobby 

• Offering quiet companionship with palliative residents 

For more information on ways to get involved contact our Volunteer Coordinator LEM@winelms.ca or stop by the front desk.