Do you like helping people and like to meet new people. Age UK Leicester, Shire & Rutland have various volunteer roles helping at established groups and new projects aimed at those living with mild to moderate dementia and their carers including: Musical film afternoons. Intergeneration project. Memory Jogger sessions. Carers support group.
Skills
A warm friendly manner, approachable attitude, sense of fun. Skills to share. A listening ear and more.
About Age UK Leicester Shire and Rutland
The pandemic has caused more loneliness and isolation, we urgently need more volunteers to help us in providing more support and social contact for older people in Rutland. We welcome anyone over 18 and we are very flexible in our approach.
Becoming a volunteer with Age UK Leicester Shire and Rutland you receive support and training. Plus it has many benefits: -
• Helping and supporting people
• Benefit your own wellbeing and achievement
• Getting to know other people, appreciate the life they have lived and the challenges they are facing
• Gain experience for your CV
• Training/ learn new skills
• Develop confidence
• Skills or hobbies you could share
Details
- Accessibility
- Equal Opportunities Policy
In line with Age UK Leicester, Shire & Rutland - Health and Safety Policy
In line with Age UK Leicester Shire & Rutland - Ongoing support
As appropriate - Training provided
As appropriate - Volunteer induction
- Volunteer Policy
In line with Age UK Leicester, Shire & Rutland - Volunteers covered by insurance
In line with Age UK Leicester, Shire & Rutland - Written role description
When can I volunteer?
Start Date: 02/09/2024
End Date: 07/08/2026
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | No | Yes | Yes | No | No | No | No |
| Afternoon | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | No | No |
| Evening | No | No | No | No | No | No | No |
Availability Details
Age UK Leicester, Shire & Rutland activities take place on different days of the week and in various settings around Rutland.
Location
This opportunity has no specific location.
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