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Food Train Connects Aberdeen
- VO94141
Would you like to support older people in the community to eat well, age well and live well and maintain their independence in their own homes for as long as they're able?
Are you friendly, sociable and patient with a caring manner?
Our Shopping Companion role could well be the opportunity for you!
You would carry out the following tasks:
· Collect an older person from their home on agreed date and time to take them for their grocery shopping.
· Support them as they do their grocery shop and transport them back to their home, helping unpack shopping if required.
· To report back to Food Train Connects team and complete all required documentation after each trip.
· To report any matters of concern to Food Train staff
· To inform Food Train Staff of any accidents, incidents or complaints
· To maintain confidentiality
· To represent Food Train in a professional manner to customers and the wider community
A fantastic opportunity to help make a real difference. All volunteers are greatly appreciated.
If you are interested in volunteering with us/for more information please register your interest at https://form.jotform.com/240511960661351 or email: volunteer.connects@thefoodtrain.co.uk
Further details are also available on our website at www.foodtrainconnects.org.uk
Travel expenses
Approved out of pocket expenses e.g.: car mileage etc. are reimbursed.
Support
Training details
Excellent support and training is provided to all volunteers.
Restrictions
Minimum age: 16
Must have a driving licence and use of a suitable vehicle.
Frequency & commitment
Flexible times available to volunteer. All help greatly appreciated.
Volunteers (aged 16-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
Find out more
Please fill out this form to register your interest in the opportunity Volunteer Shopping Companions with Food Train Connects Aberdeen
Your details and message will be sent to:
Debs Cowan, Food Train Connects Aberdeen
Debs Cowan, Food Train Connects Aberdeen
Email address: volunteer.connects@thefoodtrain.co.uk
Phone number: 07851 254841
Thank you for registering your interest in Volunteer Shopping Companions with Food Train Connects Aberdeen.
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