Safehaven is a home – a refuge for vulnerable populations living with disabilities and medical complexities. They deliver respite and residential care that not only exceeds medical standards, but is non-institutional and fun. Safehaven’s commitment to care for vulnerable populations living with medically complex needs requires extreme diligence and precision at the best of times. Thanks to their dedicated and highly trained staff and volunteers who make sure that their clients are thriving in while meeting the needs of individuals to live a bright and rewarding life.
Safehaven have four residential locations in the Greater Toronto Area – a genuinely loving and supportive home for their clients. Families can rest easy knowing their children are loved and cared for in a fully accessible environment. They also offer emergency respite services to families in need of temporary round-the-clock care during critical times. They provide support to families and cared for their children when they were ill with COVID. Even at home, Safehaven provide clients with fun and unique experiences, such as movie nights, listening to music, and other leisurely activities. Their goal is to make them feel part of a community and show that #WeBelong.
Safehaven is looking for volunteers to directly engage with the children and young adults in their care. Volunteers may visit the ROM, go for a swim, participate in music therapy, read a book, go to a Blue Jays game and so much more! It is such a fun and fulfilling way to spend a day.
If you are thinking about becoming a social worker, a nurse, or a personal support worker, this opportunity may right for you. The opportunities at Safehaven will help you gain practical experience while pursuing your degree or certificate.
Visit their website at safehaven.to to learn more how to get involved as a volunteer.
