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Volunteering Opportunity: VO55580

  • Foot Carer
    with Fife Voluntary Action.

    Created/last updated: 21/03/2024


    About this opportunity:Don't drag your feet! Join our fantastic team of committed volunteers who come from all 'walks' of life and volunteer for lots of different reasons
     •  You will be helping some of the thousands of Fifers who struggle to cut and file their own toenails for numerous reasons and need some simple assistance with this as well as applying cream to their feet and ankles afterwards
     •  No experience is necessary, all the training and support you will need is provided
     •  Our sessions are friendly and informal and normally take place in several locations across Fife
     •  If you can you commit three hours or more at least twice a month, we will train and support you all the way
     •  Quote from our website: I enjoy helping people and this has given me that opportunity, I have made lots of friends on my journey and I hope I have made a difference to many people
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    Takes place:
    morningsafternoonsevenings
    Mondays
    Tuesdays
    Wednesdays
    Thursdays
    Fridays
    Saturdays
    Sundays
    Minimum age:16
    Maximum age:99
    Training provided:All training will be provided by FVA. Support will be provided by NHS and FVA staff and someone will be on site at all times.
    Out of pocket expenses paid?
    Yes - Public transport costs will be reimbursed and 45p per mile if travelling by car.

    Experience required:No experience necessary, all the training and support you will need is provided. Just a desire to be of assistance and we take care of the rest. Comprehensive training and support provided.

    Restrictions on who can volunteer
    No restrictions were specified.

    Application process:Application Form; Induction/Training; Interview; References; Trial Period

    Taster available?No, not for this opportunity.

    Travel DetailsSessions usually take place in Kirkcaldy; Dunfermline; Glenrothes; Cupar; St Andrews, Leven and High Valleyfield' Times can be provided. All out of pocket travel expenses will be reimbursed.

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