voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
Volunteer Companion Volunteer Opportunity No. VO75117 - Created/last updated: 13/06/2022 | ![]() Opportunity |
About this opportunity: | Care and Share Companionship supports older people living in isolation and loneliness within the Kirkcaldy area. Our aim is to provide a service that helps improve health and well-being. Pre Covid-19 we offered support by our volunteers on a face to face basis. Taking people out shopping, to appointments, hairdressers, places of interest such as library, local exhibitions, for a refreshment or simply have a cup of tea and chat at home. They can accompany their 'friend' to groups of interest to help build their confidence or return to a hobby they previously enjoyed. We offer face to face telephone and/or shopping support Training and guidelines are provided. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Minimum age: | 18 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Maximum age: | 100 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Training provided: | Group induction session around communication skills, data protection, health and safety and lone working. Ongoing training will take place quarterly and topics will be discussed with volunteers and trustees. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Out of pocket expenses paid? | Yes - 45p per mile. Public transport on receipt of bus ticket. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Experience required: | We are looking for volunteers who have good conversational and listening skills | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Restrictions on who can volunteer | No restrictions were specified. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Application process: | Informal Chat; Interview; PVG membership required; References | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Taster available? | Yes: Volunteers may be matched with an existing volunteer for a short period to gain insight to the role. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Travel Details | Kirkcaldy and surrounding area. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Saltire Award | This opportunity is compatible with the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12-25. |