Worthing Tea Party Driver

Worthing Tea Party Driver

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Bring smiles, stories, and company to someone's Sunday.

As a tea party driver, you'll help bring older guests to life's sweetest gatherings - our monthly tea parties!

You'll collect guests from their homes, enjoy the drive and a good natter along the way, and make sure everyone gets home safely afterwards.

Each month, a different volunteer host in Worthing opens their home for a friendly get-together filled with tea, cake and good conversation. You'll be part of a small, welcoming team that includes other drivers and a group coordinator - all there to make the afternoon special for our guests.

Our tea parties usually last around two hours on a Sunday afternoon, but the joy and friendship they bring can last so much longer. For many older people, these gatherings are a lifeline - a chance to reconnect, share stories, and feel part of the community again.

Benefits

1. Help brighten the lives of older people who might otherwise spend their Sundays alone

2. Share stories and build genuine friendships along the way

3. Feel good by giving back.

Core training relating to safeguarding, EDI and GDPR

One to one support throughout your volunteering journey, should you have any questions or need advice relating to your role or the Tea Party group

   The opportunity to share, learn and develop a sense of community and belonging with local older people.

What skills do I need?

Our tea party drivers are the friendly faces who help make the magic happen every month. You'll make sure older guests get to and from the tea parties safely - but you'll also bring so much more than that: reassurance, conversation and connection.

You just need a kind heart, a safe pair of hands, and a love of good company.

Here's what you'll be doing:

• Giving a quick call - checking in with guests to make sure they're still able to attend
• Joining in the fun - heling serve refreshments, chatting to guests and making sure everyone feels welcome
• Keeping in touch with your group coordinator - so they know when you're available.

Training and support is provided.