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Alzheimer Scotland (Fife)
- VO103783
Alzheimer Scotland is Scotland’s national dementia charity. Their aims are Prevent, Care, Cure and their mission is to make sure nobody faces dementia alone.
They are looking for Community Support volunteers. This role will support the activity of a social group that enjoys a variety of table top activities from musical quizzes, games, playing snooker and making friends and memories over a cuppa. People living with dementia, their family and friends and anyone with an interest in dementia can attend this activity group. The role may vary but is likely to include;
-Offering a warm welcome to people who attend.
-Listening and interacting with people living with dementia, family members who attend the group and taking part in the activities.
-Keeping up to date with Alzheimer Scotland news and our work across Scotland.
Experience required
-Excellent listening, communication and interpersonal skills.
-Ability to recognise and respect the rich diversity that exists within our communities, views, attitudes and lifestyles.
-Committed to Alzheimer Scotland’s values.
-Participate in induction training and any refresher updates or ongoing learning.
-Ability to honestly reflect on practice.
-Willing to follow our guidance, feedback and implement changes to practice where necessary.
-Willing to follow our policies, procedures and guidelines.
Travel details
The Dementia and Brain Health Resource Centre, Hill Street, Kirkcaldy, KY1 1AH every Monday from 2pm to 3.30 pm.
Travel expenses
Travel expenses will be reimbursed monthly.
Public transport expenses will be reimbursed on production of a valid receipt. Mileage will be reimbursed at 45p per mile if the volunteer uses their own vehicle.
Support
Training details
The volunteer with have a volunteer induction training session with the Volunteer Co-Ordinator. Then ongoing training relevant to the volunteer role and corporate policies e.g. Dementia Friends training; Brain Health training.
Restrictions
Minimum age: 18
Availability
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Volunteers (aged 18-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
Find out more
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