Aphasia Cafe Volunteer - Preston
You will be redirected to the Community CVS website to express your interest.
Volunteers are the beating heart of Aphasia Support. Every single day, they make a life-changing difference to the people, families and communities we support.
As demand for our service grows, we're on the lookout for exceptional individuals to join our in-person volunteer team. Your time and skills will help people with aphasia to communicate with confidence, reconnect with their loved ones, and live life to the fullest.
As an Aphasia Café Volunteer, you’ll play a key part in creating a warm and welcoming space for people with aphasia and their loved ones. After receiving training from our expert team, you’ll travel to your local Aphasia Café to greet clients and help them feel at ease. Working alongside the Session Leader, you’ll provide friendly support with group activities designed to build confidence, encourage communication and strengthen connections. Every visit is an opportunity to make people feel included, supported and understood.
Interested? Apply online - https://www.aphasiasupport.org/pages/volunteer
What skills do I need?
You'll be provided with training from our expert team.
You'll travel to your local Aphasia Cafe.
You'll meet and greet clients, creating a warm and welcoming environment.
You'll support the group's Session Leader, providing assistance with activities aimed at supporting people with aphasia and their loved ones.
Details
- Accessibility
- DBS check required
- Equal opportunities policy
- Expenses reimbursed
- Health and Safety Policy
- Suitable for under 18s
- Training provided
- Volunteers covered by insurance
When is this role available?
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | |||||||
| Afternoon | |||||||
| Evening |
Our Preston Group runs every second and fourth Wednesday
We ask for a minimum of 6 months volunteering
Location:
Gentry Bar
Deepdale Football Stadium
Preston
PR1 6PA
You will be redirected to the Community CVS website to express your interest.
Similar Opportunities
Shop Volunteer
Posted for St Catherine's Hospice
Our friendly volunteer shop assistants greet and assist customers, operate the tills and sort through donated stock. We have opportunities for various...
Driver for animals volunteer
Posted for Paws for Kids
The driver role will collect and drop off animals to foster cares and owners. Will cover any local areas within a 10 mile radius of where you live.
Local group volunteer
Posted for TWAM ( tools with a mission)
A Local Group is a team of people who share our passion for livelihood, creating tools and who get together to collect tools from their area. Many als...
Group Facilitator - Peer Support
Posted for Lancashire LGBT
As a peer support group co - facilitator, you will: Attend and co facilitate a peer support group. Plan and lead a group discussion around relevant to...
Trustee
Posted for Chorley Women's Centre
*Join Our Team of Trustees at Chorley Women’s Centre!** Are you passionate about women's wellbeing and mental health? Do you have experience in chari...