U-TurnPD Exercise Class Volunteer
| Organization Details | |
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| Organization Name: | U-Turn Parkinson's |
| Address: | 525 Beresford Ave. Winnipeg MB R3L 1J4 |
| Website: | https://uturnparkinsons.org/ |
| Organizational Description: | U-Turn Parkinson's seeks to empower those living with Parkinson's in their pursuit of wellness. We are committed to supporting them through a holistic approach, and see wellness as an active process through which people become aware of, and make choices toward a more successful existence. We aim to inspire, inform and provide the tools needed to improve one's quality of life. We do this by offering various classes that include strength and conditioning, Power Stretch, Tai Chi, Dancing With Parkinson's, Boxing, support groups, educational sessions and special events. We are always looking for new ways to continually fight back against this disease. U-Turn Parkinson's is a Canadian charity (Registration #775822927) committed to helping individuals live their best in spite of Parkinson's. We rely solely on the donations from individuals, foundations and corporations to fund our mission. |
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| Volunteer Opportunity Details | |
| Volunteer Opportunity ID: | 2962 |
| Description of Duties: | Program volunteers (U-Crew) are integral to our Parkinson's-specific classes running smoothly! Volunteers bring an encouraging and positive atmosphere to class, helping participants live their best with the disease. U-Crew help class instructors as needed and have the opportunity to provide support to various participants. Support participants by demonstrating seated exercise modifications taught by our instructor. Seated exercise demonstrations are needed in our strength & conditioning, Tai Chi and dance classes. Volunteering with U-Turn Parkinson's offers many ways to be active while making a difference. The role of volunteer will also include setting up chairs and equipment, wiping down and putting away equipment and connecting with participants. Volunteers will also be given opportunities to participate in any special events that are organized throughout the year. |
| Skills Required: | **RESUME OPTIONAL** |
| Skills Gained/Related Careers: | Training/orientation on Parkinson's Disease and exercise |
| Age: | 18-30, 31-54, 55+ |
| Time Commitment: | Daytime , Evening , Weekend We run a variety of weekly classes out of 525 Beresford Avenue (daytime) and 2109 Portage Avenue (evenings & weekends). We will give preference to those who can commit to at least 2 classes or more per month. |
| Location of volunteer opportunity: | Winnipeg - River Heights - St. James-Assiniboia |
| Does opportunity require a criminal record check? | Yes Will cost be reimbursed? No |
| Does opportunity require a child abuse registry check? | Yes Will cost be reimbursed? No |
| Opportunity is available to candidates that: | Fulfilling volunteer hours for school credit |
| Organization will provide: | A letter of reference Certificate of recognition Supervision Training/Orientation Special recognition events |
| How to Apply: |
Email: info@uturnpd.org Phone: 204-510-4869 |
| Closing Date: | Dec 31, 2024 |
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