Congratulations to Clint O’Dell, our April Volunteer of the Month. Clint works tirelessly behind the scenes, serving as treasurer of the Dancing Bear Gift Shop and volunteering at events supporting the Deer Lodge Auxiliary. He also plays an important role as companion volunteer, bringing comfort to residents at the end of their life. Soft-spoken with a kind smile, …
Are you looking for a way to make friends, keep busy and give back to your community? Become a Deer Lodge volunteer! Autumn is one of our seasons of greatest need for volunteers to help Deer Lodge Centre make lives better for our patients and residents. We accept volunteers starting at the age of 13, and provide training for each …
Deer Lodge has gone to the dogs with its 2019 lottery calendar, which celebrates the faithful, friendly animal volunteers who bring joy to the Centre’s residents and patients. Featured in the calendar are photos of nine of the many special dogs who have earned a spot in Deer Lodge’s Pet Visitors program. In healthcare, companion animals often participate in animal-assisted …
Helen McDougall is heading off to other adventures after 16 years of volunteer service to Deer Lodge Centre Foundation, and many more to Deer Lodge Centre. Helen was a familiar face on the Centre’s main concourse, where she sold 50/50 raffle tickets with the help of her nine-year-old long-haired Chihuahua, Julio. “He’s cantankerous but a real charmer,” says Helen of …
Deer Lodge Centre has honoured Linda Baziuk with the 2018 Wayne Elliott Volunteer Service Award. The award is presented to an individual who has embodied the spirit of volunteerism and has made a meaningful contribution through their volunteer activity at Deer Lodge Centre. Linda has been volunteering at Deer Lodge for just over three years. During that time, she’s generously …
Health news from Deer Lodge Centre Life.Times By Kathy Penner “How wonderful it is that nobody need wait a single moment before starting to improve the world,” said Anne Frank. Charities need volunteers to help deliver their important services. But if you’ve never volunteered before, you might wonder how to begin. The good news is, these tips will have you …
Deer Lodge Centre Foundation’s 2019 lottery calendar will feature the Dogs of Deer Lodge—the volunteer animal companion who bring joy, comfort and warm memories to our residents and patients. You’re invited to join us! If you know a special dog who brings joy to your life, send us a photo and a few words about why he or she is such …
“Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.” — Helen Keller For National Volunteer Week (April 15 to 21), Deer Lodge Centre wishes to recognize the countless hours our volunteers spend with all our residents and clients, enhancing their lives in so many positive ways — accompanying them on medical appointments, helping them get to a …
Deer Lodge Centre is seeking volunteers to help make lives better for our patients and residents. We accept volunteers starting at the age of 13, and provide training for each position. We ask for a minimal commitment of one shift per week for the first three months, unless otherwise stated. POSITIONS AVAILABLE Deer Lodge Auxiliary Help organize fundraisers Once a …
Pet Visitors like Maggie, seen here with Doug, are important members of Deer Lodge’s volunteer team. Deer Lodge Centre’s animal volunteers bring joy, happy memories to residents Teri Stevens When Maggie arrives for a visit, the joy on Doug Thomas’s face says it all. “She makes me feel connected to the world.” A four-year-old border collie mix, Maggie looks just …
An interview with veteran volunteer Garry Kirk Q: How long have you been a volunteer at Deer Lodge Centre, and why did you choose to volunteer here? A: Twelve years ago, a veteran acquaintance moved to Deer Lodge Centre, Tower 4. I faithfully visited him almost every day and got to know the staff and other veteran residents. Following my …