Volunteer Management in Long-Term Care
A 4-week interactive course that helps you grow confident, connected volunteer programs in long-term care through person-centred values, practical tools, and shared learning.
About This Course
Build a stronger, more connected volunteer program — in just 4 weeks.
This course is designed for anyone involved in volunteer coordination or engagement in long-term care — whether you’re building a program from the ground up or looking to refresh your current approach. Grounded in person-centred values, it offers practical tools and strategies to help you recruit, onboard, and retain volunteers who make a real impact.
Key Takeaways
Feel more prepared and confident leading a person-centred volunteer program in long-term care.
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Recruit, welcome, and retain volunteers with greater clarity and purpose
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Create volunteer roles that reflect both resident needs and volunteer passions
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Support volunteers with clear expectations and caring supervision
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Recognize and appreciate volunteers in ways that truly matter
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Address common challenges with confidence and empathy
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Strengthen relationships between staff, residents, families, and volunteers
Course Features
Everything you need to feel confident and supported throughout the course.
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4 weekly 90-minute live virtual sessions
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Real-time Q&A, reflection, and group discussion
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Step-by-step guidance from PCU’s experienced facilitators, within a supportive, person-centred learning community
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Certificate of completion included
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Continued access to course materials after the program ends
Who Should Enroll?
This course is for anyone helping volunteers feel value, supported, and connected in long-term care.
Whether you’re just starting a volunteer program or looking to refresh one that’s already in place, this course will meet you where you are.
It’s designed for:
Volunteer coordinators in long-term care settings
Recreation and activity professionals
Team leads, managers, or directors involved in volunteer oversight
Staff responsible for onboarding, training, or supervising volunteers
Anyone seeking to grow a person-centred, sustainable volunteer program
You don’t need a background in volunteer management — just a passion for improving connection and quality of life for residents.