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  • Community Group Volunteer (Dalgety Bay)
    with Alzheimer Scotland (Fife)

    Volunteer Opportunity No. VO106681 - Created/last updated: 11/09/2026



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    About this opportunity:This role will directly support people living with dementia who attend Alzheimer Scotland's get together group at Forthview Parish Church 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.

    Takes place:
    morningsafternoonsevenings
    Mondays
    Tuesdays
    Wednesdays
    Thursdays
    Fridays
    Saturdays
    Sundays
    Minimum age:18
    Maximum age:100
    Training provided:The volunteer will have a volunteer induction training session with the Volunteer Co-Ordinator before they join the Monday Meet Up Group. Then ongoing training relevant to the volunteer role and corporate policies e.g. Brain Health training etc.
    Out of pocket expenses paid?
    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

    Experience required: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 on who can volunteer
    No restrictions were specified.

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

    Taster available?No, not for this opportunity.

    Travel DetailsThe group meets in Forthview Parish Church, Regents Way, Dalgety Bay every Monday - afternoon from 1.30 pm to 3.00pm. Parking is available at the church.

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

    What Now?

    To enquire/register an interest in this opportunity call us (FVA) on 0800 389 6046, e-mail us, or fill out this form:

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