Between Friends
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About Us
Between Friends has been offering social and recreational programs in Calgary and the surrounding area for close to 40 years. Through our programs, we endeavor to benefit all people and increase the communityโs awareness, positive attitudes, and sensitivity towards their fellow citizens with disabilities.
Through the name updates, program additions and changes and adapting to the ever-changing circumstances of our society Between Friends has remained committed to providing quality social and recreational programming for people with disabilities.
Volunteer Opportunities
2 Openings
Between Friends provides quality social, recreational, and developmental opportunities so that people with disabilities can Connect, Grow, and Belong.We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to join our Summer W.E.S.O.A.R! Programs! These in-person programs run once a week, on weekdays.Youโll be supporting participants with disabilities in fun, engaging activities like weekly swimming, trying new bars, jumping at Flying Squirrel, and so much more. Volunteers work alongside our Program Leaders to ensure participants feel safe, included, and have a great time.๐ Time CommitmentRuns once per week Tuesday - Sunday (May change in the summer)Summer: October 4 - December 13Each session is between 5:00 PM โ 9:00 PM, depending on the programYou can volunteer for multiple programs per weekConsistency is key โ volunteers are expected to attend every scheduled sessionโจ You Might Be a Great Fit If You Are:Fun โ You bring joy and energy to everyday experiencesIntentional โ You act with purpose and clarity, even under pressureCaring โ You lead with empathy and celebrate othersEaseful โ You help create accessible, inclusive environmentsSafe โ You value emotional and physical safety for everyoneโ
Volunteer RequirementsMust be 16+ years oldComplete a Police Check (instructions provided)Have reliable transportationBe comfortable assisting with:Personal careSupporting medication administrationBring an inclusive mindset and eagerness to learnBe a team player and problem solverCommunicate with staff and leaders using SlackComplete an application through Better ImpactExperience working with people with disabilities is an asset, but not required
Medium-term (6 months to 1 year)
Weekly
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Between Friends provides quality social, recreational, and developmental opportunities so that people with disabilities can Connect, Grow, and Belong.We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to join our Summer W.E.S.O.A.R! Programs! These in-person programs run once a week, on weekdays.Youโll be supporting participants with disabilities in fun, engaging activities like weekly swimming, trying new bars, jumping at Flying Squirrel, and so much more. Volunteers work alongside our Program Leaders to ensure participants feel safe, included, and have a great time.๐ Time CommitmentRuns once per week Tuesday - Sunday (May change in the summer)Summer: October 4 - December 13Each session is between 5:00 PM โ 9:00 PM, depending on the programYou can volunteer for multiple programs per weekConsistency is key โ volunteers are expected to attend every scheduled sessionโจ You Might Be a Great Fit If You Are:Fun โ You bring joy and energy to everyday experiences Intentional โ You act with purpose and clarity, even under pressureCaring โ You lead with empathy and celebrate othersEaseful โ You help create accessible, inclusive environmentsSafe โ You value emotional and physical safety for everyoneโ
Volunteer RequirementsMust be 16+ years oldComplete a Police Check (instructions provided)Have reliable transportationBe comfortable assisting with:Personal careSupporting medication administrationBring an inclusive mindset and eagerness to learnBe a team player and problem solverCommunicate with staff and leaders using SlackComplete an application through Better ImpactExperience working with people with disabilities is an asset, but not required
Short-term (less than 6 months)
Weekly
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Contact Information
- Website
- https://betweenfriends.ab.ca/
- Location
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8989 Macleod Trail SE, 205
Calgary, Alberta
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