About The Role
Our Singing for the Brain sessions offer people affected by dementia a chance to enjoy a fun activity within a supportive environment. We need volunteers to help make this happen!
Singing for the Brain is a structured group session, designed around the principles of music therapy and singing, for people with dementia, who may attend alone or with a carer. These uplifting sessions offer attendees an enjoyable activity and the chance to socialise with others affected by dementia.
As a Singing for the Brain Support Volunteer, you’ll be welcoming and talking to people with dementia, helping them feel at ease. You will help set up the room, tidy away at the end, prepare and distribute refreshments, and support the session facilitator by distributing materials such as songbooks. During the session, you'll encourage participation and support the facilitator with activities, either online or in person.
Location: Northampton Church of Christ, Christian Fellowship Centre, Shadowfax Drive, Overstone Lodge, Northampton NN3 8DB. Every Friday 1:15 - 3:15 p.m.
We are planning to start a group specifically for young onset dementia (diagnosed before age 65).
You’ll be great for this role if you:
* Have an interest in developing meaningful relationships and making a difference.
* Want to enable people with dementia to find their voice through music.
* Are fun and enthusiastic.
* Can listen with compassion.
* If supporting virtual sessions, can navigate Zoom confidently.
* No experience of dementia or singing required!
Minimum age: 16
About You
About Alzheimer’s Society
All volunteering opportunities are based in the UK; you must reside in the UK to volunteer. We cannot sponsor visas.
About Alzheimer’s Society
We are here for everyone affected by dementia. By 2025, an estimated 1 million people will be living with dementia in the UK. Our mission is to transform lives today through support, research, and advocacy.
We provide support services, influence research, and push for breakthroughs to improve lives. Our values include determination, trust, collaboration, compassion, and commitment to equality and diversity.
We are committed to equal opportunities, embracing diversity, inclusion, and accessibility for all.
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