Heritage Manor needs volunteers
By Joan Janzen
Did you know that Kindersley Manor is in need of volunteers? Now that activities are up and running again, Recreation Coordinator, Corinne Salisbury, says the staff would appreciate the additional help offered by volunteers.
Corinne is new to this position as Recreation Coordinator, and is looking forward to hearing from interested people in the community. “When you sign up with the coordinator, you can tell them what activities you enjoy, and you will be paired up with someone with similar interests,” she explained.
Positions that need to be filled include: bingo caller, reading to small groups, hymn sing, sing-along, art class and one-on-one visits. “Visits can take place any time of day, whatever suits the person,” she said. “You can visit as long as you want, play a game or take someone for a walk.” Staff will even provide reading material for anyone who would like to come and read to a group of residents.
If you have a special talent, would like to lead a program, or just assist the staff with an activity, the staff would love to hear from you. “We don’t have any volunteers right now; we are in the sign up process,” Corinne explained.
Children are also welcome to visit if accompanied by an adult, and people can also bring their pets. “At the end of the month we have a petting zoo coming in; I know the residents will love it,” Corinne said. Of course, they will need volunteers for that activity.
Volunteers can assist staff with activities such as bingo, serving birthday cake, playing cards, exercises, and going outside. “Every Monday we do baking; we have lots of residents who like that,” she said.
Anyone who wants to provide entertainment for the residents is welcome. “A couple of days notice is fine for people who want to come in and perform.” Corinne said. “We’re pretty open.”
One thing is certain ... whatever volunteers can offer will help brighten the day for the residents at Heritage Manor. Those interested can phone the Manor at 306-463-1000 extension 2585.
Corinne Salisbury, the new Recreation Coordinator at Kindersley Heritage Manor, is ready to sign up new volunteers.
