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Volunteer Development Scotland Ltd. (also known as Volunteer Scotland).
Charity registered in Scotland SC013740 and a company limited by guarantee, registered in Scotland, No. SC106743. Our registered Office is Jubilee House, Forthside Way, Stirling. FK8 1QZ

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Veterans Community Support Volunteer

The service that we offer might take the form of a fortnightly visit for tea and company, or a weekly session to help with a more specific issue, such as supporting the client to fill in forms and access services. Perhaps the client could benefit from more intensive, more frequent support at times, and then be content with just a phone call at other times

Experience required

Volunteers must be a good communicator, enjoy company and have a desire to make a difference to those that may need their assistance

Travel details

The opportunity happens throughout East Renfrewshire and volunteers should arrange their own transport, the expense of which will be reimbursed

Travel expenses

Transportation costs will be reimbursed monthly

Support
Training details

This process should take half a day with training for the position. Initial visits will be carried out jointly with the Veterans Community Support Co-ordinator who will provide future advice, guidance and training

Restrictions

Minimum age: 18
Age restrictions due to insurance cover

Availability
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Volunteers (aged 18-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
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