*** THIS IS A VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY ***
Please apply by visiting https://nankind.com/volunteer/become-a-volunteer-angel/

How you can help?
* Provide fun, educational, creative, and safe experiences for the children.
* Minimum six-month commitment to ensure support during the duration of a parent’s cancer treatment and recovery.
* Four (4) hours of childcare service per week to the same family in your area.

Make a Difference in a Child's life, Become an In-home Volunteer Angel! 

Do you want to support families living with cancer? Are you willing to commit 4 hours of in home support per week to a child in need? Join Nankind as we lessen the impact of cancer on families through our in home support programs.

Nankind offers rewarding volunteer positions for those who are looking to make a difference in the lives of families.

In home Volunteer Angels provide childcare support for parents who have been diagnosed with cancer, for those requiring palliative care, and for families requiring additional relief during the bereavement period to help reduce any stress or anxiety they may be experiencing due to their parent’s illness or death.

By meeting weekly, building trust, and having fun, our Angels help parents gain the confidence and peace of mind to rest or attend medical appointments, knowing their children are cared for and supported by knowledgeable and compassionate volunteers.

Our Angels receive specialized training and the support of NAN’s Child Life Specialist throughout their volunteering time.

How to apply
1. Please apply by visiting https://nankind.com/volunteer/volunteer-programs/

2. Click on "Apply Now".

3. Complete the application then submit. 

Qualifications
* Must be willing to undergo an Enhanced Police Information Check.
* Must have about 1 year of experience providing childcare support (babysitting, teaching, tutoring, etc). Moms, Dads & Grandparents may qualify with family childcare experience.
* Must reside in Ontario.

There's a family in your community waiting for their very own Angel! 

Volunteers can apply for:

·         morning sessions (20 hours/week, Mon-Fri, 8:30am – 12:30pm),

·         afternoon sessions (20 hours/week, Mon-Fri, 12:30pm – 4:30pm) or

·         full days sessions (40 hours/week, Mon-Fri, 8:30am – 4:30pm)

All nine (9) weeks of July and August are available to volunteer for.  Volunteers at our summer day camps may have any of the following responsibilities:

·         Assisting staff with coaching and supervising children at camp

·         Equipment collection and maintenance (ie. inflating soccer balls, collecting cones)

·         General help around camp

·         Maintain a clean camp environment and help staff meet all safety protocols

·         Adhere to and help enforce all camp policies & procedures

Conduct lessons using course resources provided; small group tutoring for basic computer skills, 8 weeks per session. Communicate with staff and attend mandatory training workshops.  

These are introductory-level courses. 
Computer Skills for Work 1: Introduction to Windows, Microsoft Word, file management, Internet and email basics, and business communications for the workplace. 
Computer Skills for Work 2: Introduction to Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, review of Microsoft Word and file management, and business numeracy for the workplace.

Tutors meet with learners for a minimum of three hours per week. Tutoring schedules depend on volunteer and learner availability.   Volunteers are matched with learners based on availability, subject area and location. 

The next intake and training session will be in Fall 2024.  We will be looking for volunteers in Georgetown, Milton, Oakville and Burlington.