At a Glance
- Tasks: Support people with dementia through activities, companionship, and refreshments.
- Company: Alzheimer's and Dementia Support Services, a caring community-focused organisation.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience, training, and enhance your CV while making a difference.
- Other info: Flexible hours, friendly team, and a rewarding experience.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact in the lives of those living with dementia.
- Qualifications: Good communication skills, empathy, and a willingness to learn.
The predicted salary is between 27800 - 27800 £ per year.
Support people with dementia through activities, companionship, refreshments, and care.
As a Volunteer, you will support people living with dementia by helping to create a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment. You will assist with activities such as arts and crafts, games, music, reminiscence sessions, and social events, encouraging participation and promoting wellbeing. Duties may also include serving refreshments, providing companionship, helping prepare activity areas, and supporting staff with the smooth running of sessions. This rewarding role helps reduce social isolation and improve quality of life while developing valuable communication and teamwork skills.
Activities you will be doing:
- Befriending
- Buddying & Mentoring
- Community Work
What skills are required for this role:
- Reasoning
- Teamwork
- Talking To Others
- Listening
Why these skills are required:
- Good communication and listening skills.
- Friendly, patient, and empathetic approach.
- Ability to build positive relationships with people living with dementia, their families, and staff.
- Reliable, trustworthy, and punctual.
- Ability to work as part of a team and follow guidance from staff.
- Respect for confidentiality, dignity, and diversity.
- Willingness to encourage participation in activities and social interaction.
- Basic organisational skills and a flexible attitude.
- Understanding of dementia is helpful but not essential, as training and support will be provided.
What is in it for you:
- Make a meaningful difference in the lives of people living with dementia and their families.
- Gain valuable experience in health, social care, and community support.
- Develop communication, teamwork, confidence, and interpersonal skills.
- Receive training, guidance, and ongoing support from experienced staff.
- Meet new people and become part of a friendly, supportive team.
- Enhance your CV and improve future employment prospects.
- Enjoy a rewarding role that gives back to your local community.
- Gain personal satisfaction from helping others and seeing the positive impact of your contribution.
Time Commitment: To be discussed but flexible
Location: Capstone Dementia Centre, 92–94 Hopewell Drive, Chatham, Kent, ME5 7PY. Easily accessible by car and local bus routes from Chatham and the surrounding Medway towns.
Number of volunteers required: 10
Application Process:
- Application Form
- ID Check
- References
- Informal Discussion (may include an interview)
Capstone Day Centre Dementia Support Volunteer in Chatham employer: Kentvolunteers
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