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Volunteering Opportunity: VO100856

  • Support At Home Good Neighbours Volunteer (Pittenweem)
    with Royal Voluntary Service.

    Created/last updated: 10/07/2024


    About this opportunity:Support at Home volunteers transform the lives of individuals by supporting and empowering them to live the life they want and helping them to stay connected to their communities
     •  Whether it is by driving individuals to a destination, company to go shopping, guidance on nutrition or being there to improve confidence and reduce isolation
     •  You will support an individual to identify what would improve their live and support them to take positive steps to connect to their community which could include one to one group activities and may link into other services in the area
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    Takes place:
    morningsafternoonsevenings
    Mondays
    Tuesdays
    Wednesdays
    Thursdays
    Fridays
    Saturdays
    Sundays
    Minimum age:18
    Maximum age:100
    Training provided:The volunteer will be part of a team of volunteers and staff who will support them. Royal Voluntary Service has a training website available for all volunteers. There are also workbooks available to anyone without access to a computer.
    Out of pocket expenses paid?
    Yes - Volunteers can claim expenses incurred travelling to and from their duties. Drivers are re-imbursed at 45p per mile, we pay public transportation rates. Volunteers can claim weekly or monthly.

    Experience required:The volunteer will need to have a friendly personality and good communication skills, with a non-judgmental attitude towards an individual's circumstances and a willingness to ensure confidentiality. They will receive relevant training for the role and will be welcomed and supported by a friendly, local team.

    Restrictions on who can volunteer
    No restrictions were specified.

    Application process:Application Form; Induction/Training; Informal Chat; PVG membership required; References

    Taster available?No, not for this opportunity.

    Travel DetailsThis opportunity takes place in the Pittenweem area.

    Saltire AwardThis opportunity is compatible with the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12-25.