Group Support Volunteer
Alzheimer's Society
If you love meeting new people and want to support people affected by dementia in your area, then we may have just the volunteer role for you! As a Group Support Volunteer, you’ll support and encourage people affected by dementia to engage in activities and socialise with others in a group setting. A friendly face at the group, you’ll welcome and talk to people affected by dementia to help them feel comfortable and make sure they’re offered refreshments.
If you love meeting new people and want to support people affected by dementia in your area, then we may have just the volunteer role for you! As a Group Support Volunteer, you’ll support and encourage people affected by dementia to engage in activities and socialise with others in a group setting. A friendly face at the group, you’ll welcome and talk to people affected by dementia to help them feel comfortable and make sure they’re offered refreshments. You’ll also help set up and tidy away at the end of the group. Your involvement in this role will ensure people affected by dementia are able to meet others in a similar situation, access the support and information they need and enjoy meaningful activities. We have a weekly Sports & Social group which takes place on a Thursday afternoon at the Merton Memory Hub in Mitcham CR4 4AB. Facilitated by AFC Wimbledon, there are indoor sports like bowls and curling to get involved with. We are looking for a volunteer to come and support our players and join in the fun!
Caring
Verbal Communication, Teamwork
You have good verbal communication and listening skills You enjoy meeting new people and being part of a team You are aware of or are willing to learn about dementia and its impact on people You can demonstrate empathy and compassion You are over the age of 16
We will make you feel welcome, included and respected. • You will receive training, ongoing supervision and support. • You can claim pre-agreed out of pocket expenses (e.g. travel) in line with our policy. • We’ll keep you up to date with relevant policies and procedures that apply to your role. • You’ll have access to learning, development and engagement opportunities for volunteers
Learning at the start will take about 2-3 hours, followed by periodic refreshers. To put the role into practice most effectively volunteers are recommended to continue for at least 6 months. 1.5hrs/week
CR4 4AB
Merton Memory Hub Mitcham
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