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Role Detail

Activities Volunteer

Friends for Life

Would you would like to share your interests or hobbies with care home residents? Contact us to find out more about opportunities as an activities volunteer that could work with your schedule.

Detailed Description

Are you interested in volunteering your time in a local care home by leading or supporting in-house activity sessions with older residents or by offering your talent or skill? We place individuals or groups as activities volunteers, such as singers and musicians. Perhaps you have a hobby or skill you would like to share, such as knitting or drawing, or you would be happy to support residents' with quizzes, puzzles or word searches. If you would like to contribute to the wellbeing of care home residents in any of these types of ways, please contact us for more information.

Activities you will be doing

Art & Design,Befriending, Buddying & Mentoring,Caring,Entertainment,Gardening,Music

What skills are required for this role

Art & Craft, Creative & Design

Why these skills are required

Good communication skills and patience are often required as many residents have dementia. Skills in music, poetry, or arts and crafts would be advantageous.

What is in it for you

A chance to improve the lives of care home residents who often suffer from loneliness and social isolation.

Time Commitment

The frequency of visits is to be negotiated by you, FFL and the care home. A solid commitment is required that you will be able to attend as planned.

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Application Process
Support you will receive
Role Type
Suitable For
18 and over
We Welcome
Everyone is able to apply but not everyone is ultimately accepted as a volunteer. Spoken English is essential.
Location
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