About The Role
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 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 are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to support our Peer Support Group which meets at Christ Church, Purbeck, Stantonbury Campus, MK14 6BN on the 1st Wednesday and 2nd Friday of each month. Volunteers may attend one or both groups and should be available from 10am-12.30pm.
Qualifications
- 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
If you find completing online applications difficult, please don’t let this stop you from applying. You can contact the Volunteering Recruitment Team by emailing volunteering@alzheimers.org.uk or calling 0300 222 5706 for support with the application process.
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