At a Glance
- Tasks: Support and encourage people affected by dementia in a friendly group setting.
- Company: Join a compassionate team at Selsey Carers Support Group.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience, meet new people, and make a real difference.
- Other info: Flexible volunteering hours every 6 weeks, perfect for students!
- Why this job: Be a friendly face and help create meaningful connections for those affected by dementia.
- Qualifications: Good communication skills, empathy, and a willingness to learn about dementia.
If you love meeting new people and want to support people affected by dementia in your area, then we may have just the volunteer role for you! As a Group Support Volunteer, you’ll support and encourage people affected by dementia to engage in activities and socialise with others in a group setting. A friendly face at the group, you’ll welcome and talk to people affected by dementia to help them feel comfortable and make sure they’re offered refreshments. You’ll also help set up and tidy away at the end of the group.
Your involvement in this role will ensure people affected by dementia are able to meet others in a similar situation, access the support and information they need and enjoy meaningful activities.
Location: Selsey Carers Support Group, Selsey Methodist Church Hall, 50 High Street, Selsey, PO20 0RD
The Group meets every 6 weeks on Wednesday, volunteer available from 13.00 to 16.00 to assist with setting up the group, greeting carers, making refreshments and tidying up after the group.
You’ll be great for the role if:
- You have good verbal communication and listening skills
- You enjoy meeting new people and being part of a team
- You are aware of or are willing to learn about dementia and its impact on people
- You can demonstrate empathy and compassion
- You are over the age of 16
If you find completing online applications difficult, please don't let this stop you from applying. Please call or email us and we can support you with the application process. You can contact the Volunteering Recruitment Team by emailing volunteering@alzheimers.org.uk or call on 0300 222 5706.
