Long-term Commitment

Overview
Districts: Farnworth

Opportunity Type: Long-term Commitment

Time Of Day: Weekday Afternoons

Where Is The Opportunity Located?: Indoor

Opportunity Role Type: Older people

Requirements: Other

Wheelchair Access?: Yes

Full Description: Age UK Bolton runs a monthly Friendship Cafe at our Ageing Well Centre. This event provides a valuable resource for older people in the local community. The role will involve providing general help, including setting tables, welcoming clients as they arrive, serving hot drinks, clearing up at the end, and in addition booking guest speakers, ringing clients up booking them on beforehand, booing ring and ride and creating the activities for the group.

Responsibilities

Setting up the room and tables, putting out craft materials and equipment etc

Sourcing any materials we might need

Chatting to clients, encouraging them to attend and return

Helping people with Ring and Ride bookings

Ringing clients in advance and booking them on each month

Making cups of tea / coffee and putting out refreshments

Tidying up

Booking guest speakers, arranging activities for the group

What we\’re looking for

An open-minded approach to individuals, avoiding judgement and stereotyping.

A liking for and interest in working with older people

Ability to work as part of a team

Willingness to attend training and other events and to be able to commit to regular volunteering hours

Time required
One day per month on a Thursday, 12:30pm – 4:30pm

How to apply
To apply for this role, please complete and return the application form which be found on our website here https://www.ageuk.org.uk/bolton/get-involved/volunteer/volunteering-vacancies/

If you would prefer to complete a paper copy of the form, please contact our office on 01204 382411.

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