Biscuits & Cuppa Visiting Volunteer Crosby
6 months ago
**Job Advert**:
We are looking for a patient and caring volunteer to visit a gentleman in his early 60s who lives in in Crosby. His previous volunteer has sadly retired. This gentleman has profound and multiple learning disabilities, is an energetic chap and loves to go out for a walk. He enjoys his food, 80’s TV shows and the people close to him. By accompanying him, you will enable him to spend time doing things he loves.
About this service
We offer a lifelong befriending service for people with learning disabilities. Matching the skills and interests of passionate visitors with the specific hobbies and interests of individual people with a learning disability.
Our visitors visit six times a year to create a 1-2-1 connection, offer companionship, encourage people to do the things they enjoy and check-in on their wellbeing.
In many cases, our visitor is the only person in someone’s life who isn’t paid to be there for them.
For more information please read the volunteer role profile.
**Benefits**:
- Relevant training
- Induction to the service and volunteer role
- A settling in period to make sure this is the right role for me
- To feel fully supported in your role
- Agreed out-of-pocket expenses to be reimbursed (e.g. travel)
- The opportunity to meet new people and be part of a diverse team
- The opportunity to learn new skills
- To feel appreciated and valued for my contribution
- Ongoing support from Volunteer Services Coordinator and Service Manager
**About Mencap**:
At Mencap, we want to see a world where people with a learning disability are valued equally, listened to and included.
We are determined to achieve this by changing attitudes, providing services and influencing those who can help us change the lives of people with a learning disability.
For more information about what is a learning disability click here.
Volunteering with Mencap is YOUR opportunity to help us achieve this, whilst having the chance to develop your skills, meet new people and join a passionate and dedicated team.
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