Dementia Meeting Centre Volunteer
3 weeks ago
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS AN UNPAID VOLUNTEER ROLE.**
Alive is a charity dedicated to improving the quality of life of people living with dementia and their carers. We envision a world where everyone can live a life full of joy, meaning and connection. Thank you for your interest in volunteering with us
**Role title: Dementia Meeting Centre Volunteer**
**Purpose of the role**
▪ To support meeting centre members with dementia and their carers to enjoy sessions
▪ To help develop a warm and friendly meeting centre community
**What you will be doing**
▪ Welcoming members
▪ Helping staff set up and carry out activities
▪ Offering a friendly face and listening ear
▪ Making and serving refreshments
▪ Supporting people on trips and at events
▪ Giving people information about other services
▪ Helping clear away after sessions
**Locations and times**
**_Nailsea_**
**Thursdays, 9:30am - 12:30pm or **12:30pm - 3:30pm**
Mizzymead Recreation Centre
Mizzymead Rise
Nailsea
BS48 2JJ
**Our expectations**
▪ You feel comfortable being with older people, some of whom have mild to moderate dementia
▪ You are willing to learn about dementia
▪ You will attend Alive’s dementia training and other relevant training
▪ You will let the Meeting Centre Manager know beforehand if you are not able to attend the session
▪ You agree to an enhanced DBS check
**What you can get out of it**
▪ Connecting with your local community
▪ Meeting new people
▪ Being involved with fun activities
▪ Learning more about supporting people with dementia and their carers
▪ A reference, if desired
▪ Work experience
▪ Paid travel expenses (up to £10/day)
**Job Type**: Volunteer
**Salary**: Up to £0.01 per hour
**Benefits**:
- Free or subsidised travel
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
COVID-19 considerations:
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: DMC
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