Colouring and Music Volunteer

**Job Advert**:
We are looking for a patient and caring volunteer to visit Bob* every 2 months. Bob is gentleman in his early 50s who lives in his own cottage within a larger care home outside of Denbigh.

He doesn't communicate verbally but we've tried to capture what we think he would say about what he likes to do:

- I like to have choice about what I do. I have a pointing board and many photos of activities that I can choose. I really like diet coke and I drink decaf coffee. I particularly like a McDonald’s chocolate muffin. I love bubbles and craft kits. I choose my own clothes and love colourful pyjama bottoms. I like to look “handsome” and it is nice when people say that to me. I like to go on long drives out and when I am encouraged to I will enjoy a long walk._
- You would visit Bob every 2 months and either do activities together at home or go out with him and his support staff for a meal or for coffee.

**When & where do I need to be available?**

Visits are **every 2 months** and can be any day of the week.

Visits will last around from about 1 hour depending on what you do together.

**As a Mencap Visiting Volunteer you will be**:

- Aged 18 or over Friendly, patient and reliable
- Not his real name

**Benefits**:

- Make a difference for a person with a learning disability
- Training & induction to the volunteer role
- Agreed out-of-pocket expenses (e.g. travel)
- Mencap Extras - discounts from high street retailers
- Meet new people
- We'll value your contribution
- Ongoing support from our Volunteer Coordinator, who will join you for your first visit

**About Mencap**:
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