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Volunteering Opportunity: VO95185
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Board Member
Created/last updated: 14/02/2024
with Later Life Choices Glenrothes.About this opportunity: LLCG provides day services and help to stay at home services to older people in Glenrothes and the surrounding area that enhance their quality and enjoyment of life by encouraging interaction, mental & physical activity, and companionship
• No specific experience is required to join their Board of Directors but you should have a drive to want to make life better for older people and their carers
• As a Board Member you will help steer the organisation through your own experience and perspectives, while at the same time gaining valuable experience in management and governance
• The key attributes required are commitment, enthusiasm, and a willingness to actively participate in in Board Meetings
• Board members are also expected to join one of the Board Sub Groups and be prepared to take on a share of the work involved within these groups
•Takes place: mornings afternoons evenings Mondays Tuesdays Wednesdays 
Thursdays Fridays Saturdays Sundays Minimum age: 18 Maximum age: 85 Training provided: The Chair is happy to chat informally by phone with potential applicants to give more details about board membership and roles, to discuss the individual's skills and experience and to answer any questions. Ongoing support and training is given as required. Out of pocket expenses paid?
Yes - Travel expenses can be paid on the meeting night at a rate agreed by the boardExperience required: #NAME? Restrictions on who can volunteer
Insurance limit is 85 yearsApplication process: Application Form; Induction/Training; Informal Chat; Interview; PVG membership required; References Taster available? No, not for this opportunity. Travel Details The Board meets at 100 Scott Road, Glenrothes, KY6 1AE. They are within walking distance from the town centre and bus station and are on a bus route. There is street parking available. Saltire Award This opportunity is compatible with the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12-25.