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Community Group Helper (Rosyth)

Volunteering opportunity with Alzheimer Scotland (Fife)

Organisation
Alzheimer Scotland (Fife)
Type
Arts ( music/drama/crafts)
Benefits
Elderly
Age
16 to 85
Expenses
Yes – They will reimburse public transport expenses as long as the volunteer keeps the receipts. They will reimburse fuel mileage (45 p per mile) when the volunteer uses their own vehicle. These will be reimbursed monthly.
Saltire Awards
Yes, this opportunity counts towards the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12 to 25
Taster
No taster session for this opportunity
Reference
VO104839 · updated 28 July 2026

About this opportunity

This role will support the activity of a social group that enjoys a variety of table top activities from musical quizzes, games, playing indoor bowls; indoor putting 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 will include:
Offering a warm welcome to people who attend.
Help making the teas/coffees and serving these.
Working as part of a team with the staff and volunteers at this group.
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 their work across Scotland and being an ambassador for their services telling people what support they offer.

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. The volunteer will receive regular information and have regular contact with the Volunteer Co-Ordinator through email and phone calls in support of their volunteer role and as part of the Alzheimer Scotland Volunteer Group. This is explained at the induction session.

Experience

Excellent listening, communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to recognise and respect the rich diversity that exists within our communities, views, attitudes and lifestyles.
Committed to Alzheimer Scotland’s values.
Willing to follow our guidance, feedback and implement changes to practice where necessary.

Restrictions
No restrictions were specified.
How to apply

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

Travel

The Community Activity Group takes place at the Parkgate Community Centre, 23 Parkgate, Rosyth, KY11 2JW on a weekly basis – every Wednesday.

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