voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
Volunteer Project Worker Volunteer Opportunity No. VO67159 - Created/last updated: 28/11/2019 | ![]() Opportunity |
About this opportunity: | Volunteers to help in Abbeyview's Dementia Cafe, this will be running twice a week in the centre. Also assisting staff organise and participate in activities which will be motivating and stimulating for individuals and their carers. Organise speakers and work alongside staff and other relevant agencies to provide a relaxing experience for people with dementia and their families. Assist with lunch and general day-to-day running of the cafe. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Minimum age: | 18 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Maximum age: | no upper age limit has been specified | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Training provided: | Volunteers will be given induction and ongoing training and support. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Out of pocket expenses paid? | No | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Experience required: | Previous experience with working with dementia sufferers would be an advantage but not essential, but must have a caring and patient nature with good communication skills.
Be able to work within a small team helping provide a beneficial service to the loc | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Restrictions on who can volunteer | No restrictions were specified. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Application process: | Induction/Training; Informal Chat; PVG membership required; References; Trial Period | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Taster available? | No, not for this opportunity. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Travel Details | Abbeyview Day Centre, Duncan Crescent, Dunfermline. On bus routes, car parking available. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Saltire Award | This opportunity is compatible with the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12-25. |