Befriending Care Home Residents

Interests

  • Older People

Activities

  • Practical Skills

Visiting and befriending an older person living in a care home, usually once a week for an hour. This might involve activities such as reading to them, or playing a game, chatting, or going for a walk. Undergoing a DBS (criminal record check)

Attending training. One to hours a week , within the Adur area.

What skills do I need?

Be reliable, possibly able to push wheelchair

Have empathy and patience,

Be friendly and approachable

Ability to listen and engage in conversation


Interests

  • Older People

Activities

  • Practical Skills

Details

  • Accessibility
  • Age restrictions
    18 +
  • DBS check required
  • Disability and Access Support
  • Driving Licence & Vehicle Required
  • Equal Opportunities Policy
  • Expenses reimbursed
  • Health and Safety Policy
  • Ongoing support
  • Training provided
  • Volunteer induction
  • Volunteer Policy
  • Volunteers covered by insurance
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Written role description

When can I volunteer?

Start Date: 11/09/2024

End Date: 17/03/2027

Slot Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Morning Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Afternoon Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Evening Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

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