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• Community Group Volunteer (Rosyth) with Alzheimer Scotland (Fife) Volunteer Opportunity No. VO106682 - 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 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.
  Takes place:	mornings afternoons evenings 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 Friday 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 Details	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.
  Saltire Award	This opportunity is compatible with the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12-25.

  
  

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