supporting, developing and representing community groups, voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
Day Services Volunteer
with Alzheimer Scotland (Fife).
About this opportunity: | Do you want to be part of a dynamic team supporting people living with dementia? Alzheimer Scotland would love to hear from you • Their Day Care, on Thursdays and Fridays from 10 • 00 am - 3 • 30 pm, support people living with dementia to relax and enjoy themselves in the tranquil setting of our Dementia Resource Centre • You would help their Team set up the morning refreshments and activities • After lunch, you would help set up and participate in an activity which can be anything from a quiz, a singalong or something crafty • As a volunteer you are part of this small team offering person centred, individualised support that meets the needs of each person who attends • Communicating and closely interacting within a small group setting or individually where required is a key part of this volunteer role • | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Minimum age: | 18 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Maximum age: | 100 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Training provided: | The Volunteer Induction training is a 2 hr conversation with the Volunteer Co-ordinator discussing what Alzheimer Scotland expects from the volunteer in their role with us and the commitment that the volunteer can expect from Alzheimer Scotland. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Out of pocket expenses paid? | Yes - Mileage is 45p per mile and would be paid up to 5 miles per round trip on a monthly basis. Public transport fares will be paid upon receipt on a monthly basis. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Experience required: | Excellent listening, communication and interpersonal skills; confidence and an interest in directly supporting people living with dementia; ability to recognise and respect the rich diversity that exists within our communities, views, attitudes and lifestyles; willing to develop skills and experience and participate in induction training and any refresher updates or ongoing learning; ability to honestly reflect on practice | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Restrictions on who can volunteer | No restrictions were specified. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Application process: | Application Form; Induction/Training; Informal Chat; Interview; PVG membership required; References; Trial Period | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Taster available? | No, not for this opportunity. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Travel Details | The Dementia Resource Centre, Kirkcaldy. Limited parking at the Centre.
They are next to bus stance, 12-14 Whytescauseway, Kirkcaldy KY1 1XF | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Saltire Award | This opportunity is compatible with the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12-25. |