Adult Home Support

• Positive Help

• VO100845

Our new Live Well project comprises a number of services, each providing an element of support enabling our service users to manage their lives and improve their overall health and wellbeing. As well as Escorted Shopping, Live Well includes our Medication Delivery and Home Support. Those applying for any of the roles within the Live Well program have the option of volunteering across multiple services if they choose to.

Our Home Support service offers practical and social support to people affected by HIV and/or Hepatitis C, helping them to take care of their homes and their wellbeing. For many, this enables them to maintain their tenancies and encourages self-care. When illness, mobility or side-effects of medication makes housework too difficult we can offer the support that allows people to feel more comfortable with their environment. You will work with the Service User to achieve goals together which may include assisting them with cleaning and decluttering, making a shopping list, or understanding household bills.

Home Support also builds social connections in order to tackle isolation and stigmaWith many Service Users being socially isolated in this way, having a friendly volunteer coming to their home benefits their wellbeing in more ways than one. Working together, as well as chatting over a cuppa, builds a sense of confidence and self-worth, allowing them to have greater independence.
Any questions please contact us; 0131 225 4766 or leigh@positivehelpedinburgh.co.uk

Experience required

We are looking for friendly and understanding volunteers who are ready to support individuals to a range of appointments to support their care and growth.

Travel details

You will be setting off from your home address then travelling to Service User’s homes to pick them up or provide home support. You will be given your schedule two working days before your volunteering day. We request all volunteers to provide a Log on/Log off message to ensure personal safety.

Travel expenses

After each session you will complete a feedback and expenses form. You can claim money back for the cost of public transport/fuel. You will then be reimbursed within a week of submitting the form.

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Training details

Our training covers a range of topics including information on HIV and Hep C; stigma and discrimination; maintaining boundaries; Adult protection protocols and trauma informed approaches. All volunteers are required to complete a mix of in-person and online training with other volunteers. This is usually four 2-hour sessions in the evenings for a 4-week block. We will also provide you with First Aid training. Once you start volunteering, you will meet with your Coordinator for support meetings every 6 months, however this can be more regular if you need. We also offer ongoing training and peer support sessions to enable you to fulfil your volunteering role with confidence! We are happy to provide references for you to help you into future employment or education.

Restrictions

Minimum age: 18

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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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This volunteering opportunity is also advertised across Midlothian.

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