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Community Group Volunteer (Rosyth)

Volunteering opportunity with Alzheimer Scotland (Fife)

Organisation
Alzheimer Scotland (Fife)
Type
Care / Support worker
Benefits
Families
Age
18 to 100
Expenses
Yes – They will reimburse public transport expenses as long as the volunteer keeps the receipts. They will pay fuel mileage (45 p per mile) when the volunteer uses their own vehicle. These will be reimbursed monthly. This will be processed by the Volunteer Co-O
Saltire Awards
Yes, this opportunity counts towards the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12 to 25
Taster
No taster session for this opportunity
Reference
VO106682 · updated 11 September 2026

About this opportunity

This role will directly support people living with dementia who attend Alzheimer Scotland's get together group in Rosyth alongside their staff and volunteer team. You will be part of a small team offering person centred support. The group enjoy a range of fun activities and an opportunity to develop friendships.

The role will include:
Supporting a community group as requested by the group leader
To enable individuals to meet with others with similar interests
To communicate with people with dementia, family members and staff within the community group setting
To attend training to be informed about dementia and to attend any other necessary training relevant to volunteering role.

When it takes place

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What you need to know

Training

The volunteer will have a volunteer induction training session with the Volunteer Co-Ordinator before they join the Friday Meet Up Group. Then ongoing training relevant to the volunteer role and corporate policies e.g. Brain Health training etc.

Experience

Contribute positively to the role and Alzheimer Scotland’s vision for change. It would be great if volunteers had excellent interpersonal skills, an interest in table top activities such as quizzes; dominoes, singing, and the ability to recognise and respect the rich diversity that exists within our communities, views, attitudes and lifestyles.

Restrictions
No restrictions were specified.
How to apply

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

Travel

The group meets in Parkgate Community Centre, 23 Parkgate, Rosyth, KY11 2JW every Friday from 11 am to 3 pm. Parking is available at the Community Centre.

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