Richmond Cares, Richmond Gives

Provides three key services to Richmond seniors age 65 and over, or age 55 to 64 who have a disability or chronic health issue. Open referral for all services, although intake and registration are required. Various languages may be available depending on volunteer availability. The free Friendly Vis...

Provides support, resources, and referral for child care providers and families. Services for parents include information about child care and the child care subsidy, help finding child care, referral to community resources, and educational opportunities. Also offers services to child care providers...

Provides information and referral regarding community services in-person, over the phone, and by email. Also provides brochures and other community resource materials, and maintains the online 'Richmond Community Services Directory' and the 'Low Income Resources Directory'. In partnership with the R...

Through workshops and consultations, helps local businesses develop community engagement strategies; often focuses on employer-supported volunteering. The program culminates every year with the Richmond Day of Caring, where businesses come together to take part in a volunteer service project.

Distributes grocery vouchers, gift cards to youth (ages 12 to 17), and toys (for children up to age 11) to low-income Richmond residents during the holiday season; available to families, couples, seniors, and singles. Photo ID as well as proof of address and government income assistance, and care ca...

Offers support and resources for those who provide unpaid care to an older adult living in Richmond. Services include one-on-one coaching, educational workshops, stress reduction sessions, and information and referral. All services are free of charge, and available in English, Cantonese, and Mandari...

Trained senior volunteers offer free, confidential, one-on-one counselling to guide and support their peers through difficult situations such as new living arrangements, relationship concerns, reduced income, bereavement, and anxiety or depression. Sessions can take place at the office, client's hom...

Trained senior volunteers attend wellness clinics and community events, where they provide information on healthy aging, including information on mental health and substance use issues.

Trained senior volunteers offer free, confidential information and referral regarding community services to seniors ages 55 and older. Also assists seniors to navigate through government systems, and fill out application forms. Topics include seniors benefits and entitlements, pensions, income tax, ...

Volunteers provide grocery shopping and delivery services for seniors and others with long-term health problems, to help them maintain their independence and remain in their own homes as long as possible. Grocery orders can be placed by email, fax, or phone at least one or two days in advance before...

Recruits and refers volunteers, and facilitates effective volunteer management by providing training, resources, and consultation to not-for-profit organizations and businesses. The Volunteer Match Program provides one-on-one assistance to people looking to volunteer. Promotes volunteerism and volun...

Fosters leadership skills in Richmond youth by training high school graduates ages 27 and under to serve as board members for local nonprofit organizations.