We are launching a new Dementia Friendship and Support Group in Gosport Shortly for anyone living with dementia/Alzhiemer's and their loved ones/carers.
The group will have activities, discussions, entertainment and anything in between, plus a breakout session for the carers.
We aim to forge friendships with all those who attend the sessions twice a month initially and provide a safe and welcoming place where they can be themselves, make new friends and have some fun.
Our volunteers will be part of the group and whether sitting and chatting with the carers or helping with the activities, you are very welcome to come and join our small team of volunteers.
Skills
We are looking for men and women to come and join our team of volunteers and be themselves.
Do you like talking to strangers so that they start as a stranger and leave as a friend?
Our service users maybe veterans or someone in their family has served and by listening you will learn about their time in the forces and by being a good listener they will share memories of their past and indeed create new memories with you.
Enjoy taking part in different activities and reminiscing sessions.
Good communication skills, commitment to attend sessions, willingness to learn new skills.
Details
- Accessibility
Great spacious venue with free parking - Age restrictions
16+ - DBS check required
We will arrange the DBS check for applicants. If on update service we can use that - Equal Opportunities Policy
We have whole range of policy and procedures in place - Expenses reimbursed
- Health and Safety Policy
- Ongoing support
Dementia Friends Training provided and other support - Training provided
Training and understanding living with dementia provided - Volunteer induction
We welcome you to sessions and learn our ways of doing things and we do welcome your input also - Volunteer Policy
Provided as part of your welcome pack - Volunteers covered by insurance
We have public liability insurance plus venues we use have insurance - Written role description
We have a role description in place and this will be given to you at the informal chat
When can I volunteer?
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | No | No | No | No | No | No | No |
| Afternoon | Yes | No | No | No | No | No | No |
| Evening | No | No | No | No | No | No | No |
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