Making a Difference
in Senior Healthcare
Volunteering with the Senior Outreach Program means becoming a vital part of a compassionate community dedicated to improving the lives of seniors. As a volunteer, you will have the unique opportunity to engage directly with seniors, providing companionship and emotional support that is often missing in traditional healthcare settings. Your involvement will not only brighten the days of seniors but also contribute to their overall well-being.
Our volunteers play a crucial role in bridging the gap between senior home residents and the community, offering much-needed companionship and emotional support. By committing just a few hours each week, you can make a significant impact on the lives of seniors, helping to alleviate feelings of loneliness and isolation. Through regular visits and interactions, you will develop meaningful connections that bring joy and comfort to both you and the seniors you serve.
Enrich Your Journey
Volunteering with the Senior Outreach Program offers a unique blend of hands-on experience, meaningful connections, and personal growth. Discover how your contributions can impact both your future and the lives of seniors in our community.
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Gain Practical Experience
Volunteering with the Senior Outreach Program provides you with hands-on experience in a healthcare setting. You will engage in direct interactions with seniors, learning valuable communication and caregiving skills. This practical exposure is invaluable for students pursuing careers in healthcare, social work, or related fields, giving you a real-world understanding of geriatric care and patient interaction.
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Engage in Intergenerational Knowledge Sharing
Working closely with senior home residents allows for a valuable exchange of knowledge and experiences. You'll learn from their life stories and wisdom, while also sharing your own perspectives and skills. This intergenerational knowledge sharing fosters mutual respect and understanding, enriching both your personal and academic growth.
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Meet Like-Minded Individuals
The Senior Outreach program will introduce you to a diverse group of individuals who share your interests and passions. Building friendships and professional relationships with like-minded peers can be both personally fulfilling and beneficial to your future endeavours. These connections offer support, inspiration, and opportunities for collaborative projects, enhancing both your personal and professional life.
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Inspire Biomedical Innovation
Volunteering with us isn't just about providing care; it's about inspiring new ideas and approaches in healthcare. Through your interactions with seniors, you'll encounter unique challenges that require innovative solutions. This experience cultivates a mindset of critical thinking and problem-solving, challenging conventional healthcare approaches and fostering a drive for continuous improvement.
Joy Yang
2nd Year, UBC Business
“The skills I have gained are active listening and open-mindedness. These two skills have helped me in my daily life, as I find myself empathizing with others more and embrace differences between people."
Abigail White
4th Year, UBC Integrated Sciences
"To any students who are thinking about volunteering with MEDIC my advice would be to just go for it. Not only has volunteering with MEDIC been fulfilling and a great way to connect and give back to my community but I’ve also met a great group of people and strengthened my own community here at UBC."
Teela Moore
3rd Year, UBC Biomedical Engineering
"Through this program, I have learned a lot about communicating with demographics different than your own. This has helped me tremendously in many settings as effective communication is important in any situation. I would absolutely recommend volunteering with the Senior Outreach program at MEDIC!"