About The Role
If you love meeting new people and want to support those affected by dementia in your area, then we may have just the volunteer role for you!
As a Group Support Volunteer, you’ll support and encourage people affected by dementia to engage in activities and socialise with others in a group setting. A friendly face at the group, you’ll welcome and talk to people affected by dementia to help them feel comfortable and ensure they’re offered refreshments. You’ll also help set up and tidy away at the end of the group.
Your involvement in this role will help people affected by dementia meet others in similar situations, access support and information, and enjoy meaningful activities.
This role is to support at our Aap Ka Sahara Memory Cafe Tameside. The group meets monthly on the third Wednesday from 9.30am to 12.30pm at 103 Union Road, Ashton Under Lyne, OL6 8JN. Some language skills in Gujarati, Hindi, and Urdu are desirable.
If interested, please click on the 'Apply' button at the bottom of the page.
You’ll be great for the role if:
* Have good verbal communication and listening skills
* Enjoy meeting new people and working in a team
* Are aware of or willing to learn about dementia and its impact
* Can demonstrate empathy and compassion
* Are over 16 years old
If you find completing online applications difficult, please contact us by email or phone for support:
* Email: volunteering@alzheimers.org.uk
* Phone: 0300 222 5706
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