Group Support Volunteer-Tameside
6 days ago
About the RoleIf 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 youAs 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.This role is to support at our Aap Ka Sahara Memory Cafe Tameside. The group meets monthly on the third Wednesday of the month from 9.30am to 12.30pm at 103 Union Road, Ashton Under Lyne, OL6 8JN. Some Gujarati language skills are desirable.Interested? To apply for this role please click on the 'Apply' button at the bottom of the page.You’ll be great for the role ifYou have good verbal communication and listening skillsYou enjoy meeting new people and being part of a teamYou are aware of or are willing to learn about dementia and its impact on peopleYou can demonstrate empathy and compassionYou are over the age of 16If 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 5706About Alzheimer’s SocietyPlease note that all of our volunteering opportunities are based in the UK and you must be living in the UK to volunteer with us. Unfortunately, we are unable to sponsor visa applications but are grateful for your interest in supporting us.Alzheimer’s Society is here for everyone affected by dementia. By 2025, an estimated 1 million people will be living with the condition in the UK, and many millions more carers, partners, families and friends will be affected. Dementia is a complex condition, and there’s no one-size fits all solution but until we find a cure, our aim is to transform lives today.We do this by:Providing flexible support services so that people with dementia, their carers and loved ones, can access expert advice and guidance, support through their most challenging days, and a safe space to turn when they need it.Being a force for change - using research and influencing to push for breakthroughs that will change the lives of people affected by dementia now and in future.Our ValuesDetermined to make a difference: We're passionate, we're focused and we make a lasting impact for people affected by dementia.Trusted expert: We're listening, we're learning and we use experience and evidence.Better together: We're open, we combine our strengths and we achieve more together.Compassionate: We're kind, we're honest and we don't shy away from challenges.Equal opportunitiesAlzheimer’s Society is committed to equal opportunities. Alzheimer’s Society embraces diversity, inclusion and accessibility for all of our people. We are committed to building a diverse organisation that represents the communities we serve and ensuring inclusion in everything we do. We will look at making reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability or long-term condition. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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