Quebec Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Foundation

What services does your organization provide?
The organization provides support to individuals who call or email for assistance by listening to their concerns and referring them to the appropriate ressources.It also serves to raise public awareness about OCD by organizing events like a congress and providing documentation.

Do you have any age requirements?
There are no official age requirements. Adolescents and adults who want to support the cause of mental health can volunteer.

Do you require language proficiency other than in English?
Since the organization operates in Quebec, it is preferable volunteers also speak French.

What time commitment(s) are you expecting from a volunteer?
We welcome any time commitments people would be willing to offer.

Are there any other requirements for being a volunteer?
No

Are there any specific skills and experience required?
The skills needed depend on the tasks the volunteers are working on. However, generally, we appreciate people who are other-oriented and desire to help others.

What type of volunteer positions are typically available?
We need extra help when planning events such as the congress and fundraising activities.

Is there any training provided for volunteers?
There is no specific training program for volunteers. People will simply be given instructions on how to do the work that is expected of them.

What are the typical volunteer activities occurring at your organization?
There are no volunteer activities because we have too few volunteers.

How will a person benefit from volunteering with Quebec Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Foundation?
The people who volunteer can get a reference letter and know that they helped people who have few financial ressources and are suffering from emotional/psychological difficulties gain support.

Do you accept high school students?
No, we do not.