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Community Support Volunteer - Kirkcaldy

Volunteering opportunity with Alzheimer Scotland (Fife)

Organisation
Alzheimer Scotland (Fife)
Type
Arts ( music/drama/crafts)
Benefits
Older People
Age
18 to 100
Expenses
Yes – Travel expenses will be reimbursed monthly. Public transport expenses will be reimbursed on production of a valid receipt. Mileage will be reimbursed at 45p per mile if the volunteer uses their own vehicle.
Saltire Awards
Yes, this opportunity counts towards the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12 to 25
Taster
Yes – Taster available
Reference
VO103783 · updated 12 August 2026

About this opportunity

Alzheimer Scotland is Scotland’s national dementia charity. Their aims are Prevent, Care, Cure and their mission is to make sure nobody faces dementia alone.

They are looking for Community Support volunteers. This role will support the activity of a social group that enjoys a variety of table top activities from musical quizzes, games, playing snooker and making friends and memories over a cuppa. People living with dementia, their family and friends and anyone with an interest in dementia can attend this activity group. The role may vary but is likely to include;

-Offering a warm welcome to people who attend.

-Listening and interacting with people living with dementia, family members who attend the group and taking part in the activities.

-Keeping up to date with Alzheimer Scotland news and our work across Scotland.

When it takes place

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What you need to know

Training

The volunteer with have a volunteer induction training session with the Volunteer Co-Ordinator. Then ongoing training relevant to the volunteer role and corporate policies e.g. Dementia Friends training; Brain Health training.

Experience

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Restrictions
No restrictions were specified.
How to apply

Application Form; Induction/Training; Informal Chat; Interview; PVG membership required; References; Trial Period

Travel

The Dementia and Brain Health Resource Centre, Hill Street, Kirkcaldy, KY1 1AH every Monday from 2pm to 3.30 pm.

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