Improving patient quality of life

The mandate of the Volunteer Department is to improve patients' quality of life at the Institute and in the community. In keeping with the concept of recovery and empowerment, and through diverse programs, the focus is on promoting reintegration into the community.

Volunteers support the Istitute by sharing their time, friendship, personal qualities and strengths.

Advantages for Douglas volunteers include opportunities to:

• Develop leadership skills and initiative
• Explore new talents and creativity
• Gain experience
• Participate in our efforts to combat stigma about mental illness
• Learn more about mental illness
• Have fun !

How do I become a volunteer?

Fill out the online form and click on the "Send your application" button. We will reply to your request and schedule an interview to evaluate your interest, availability, knowledge and experience. Following the interview, you will be matched to a patient or group of patients. Please note that an interview does not guarantee a placement.

Support for volunteers

Volunteers receive advice and support from the coordinator, information sessions, and group meetings.

Contact

Douglas Institute
6875 LaSalle Blvd.
Borough of Verdun
Montreal, Quebec H4H 1R3

Main Switchboard
Tel. : 514-761-6131