Care Home Activities Volunteer
You will be redirected to the Volunteer Centre Blackpool, Wyre & Fylde website to express your interest.
About the Role - An ‘Activity’ may be any part of daily life, done with intention, and appropriate to the resident concerned. You may be supporting an individual or you may be running a group quiz, helping on trips, or leading a sing-a-long! You may come to the role with a definite skill you would like to share – flower arranging, crafts, woodwork, music - or you may come to offer general support to whatever is running, and whoever is in need.
Benefits - By becoming an activities volunteer, you can help older people to have fun and stay active. You can also enrich your own life with new experiences and friendships. You will also gain valuable skills and knowledge that can enhance your personal and professional development.
What skills do I need?
- Are aged 16 and over
- Friendly with good communication skills
- Patience, empathy, and understanding of the needs of older people
- Flexible, reliable, and punctual
- A clear sense of personal boundaries and confidentiality
- You'll have the ability to be supportive and non-judgemental
- You'll be willing to engage with training and development
Details
- Age restrictions
- DBS check required
- Equal Opportunities Policy
- Expenses reimbursed
- Health and Safety Policy
- Ongoing support
- Suitable for under 18s
- Training provided
- Volunteer induction
- Volunteer Policy
- Volunteers covered by insurance
- Written role description
When is this role available?
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Generally, we ask for a minimum of two hours per week for at least six months.
Location:
MHA Pennystone Court Care Home
28 Handsworth Road
Blackpool
FY1 2RQ
You will be redirected to the Volunteer Centre Blackpool, Wyre & Fylde website to express your interest.
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