Volunteer Profiles

Robyn J.

Robyn is one of our very dedicated and reliable student volunteers. She is a grade 10 student who began to volunteer just over a year ago to gain employable experience. She chose to volunteer at Deer Lodge Centre because she wanted an opportunity to work with the elderly and was familiar with the Facility as many members of her family are employed at the Centre. Robyn began to volunteer by providing meal assistance and helping out with the coffee program in Chad's Place on Saturday mornings. She enjoyed her experience so much that soon her role expanded to assisting residents in the cafeteria on Tuesdays and Thursdays at supper. Robyn enjoys her volunteer work because she likes to meet knew people and gets to know many people including residents and staff. And it is quite apparent that she has a great rapport with many. Thank-you Robyn for your hard work.

Student volunteers, like Robyn, are a growing trend at Deer Lodge Centre. The St. James School division requires students entering Senior 1 to complete 40 hours of volunteer work prior to graduation. This new requirement will definitely have impact on the Centre and we welcome more youth participation. Anyone interested can call Rosie directly at 831-2541.