voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
Volunteering Opportunity Details
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Volunteer Companion
with Care And Share CompanionshipVolunteer Opportunity No. VO75117 - Created/last updated: 04/08/2022
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OpportunityAbout 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.Takes place: mornings afternoons evenings Mondays 
Tuesdays Wednesdays Thursdays Fridays Saturdays Sundays 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. What Now?
To enquire/register an interest in this opportunity call us (FVA) on 0800 389 6046, e-mail us, or fill out this form: You can print these opportunity details.
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