Group Support Volunteer

Group Support Volunteer

If you love meeting new people and want to support people affected by dementia in your area, then we may have just the volunteer role for you!

As a Group Support Volunteer, you'll support and encourage people affected by dementia to engage in activities and socialise with others in a group setting. A friendly face at the group, you'll welcome and talk to people affected by dementia to help them feel comfortable and make sure they're offered refreshments. You'll also help set up and tidy away at the end of the group.

Your involvement in this role will ensure people affected by dementia are able to meet others in a similar situation, access the support and information they need and enjoy meaningful activities.

Our Dementia Cafe is once a month on a Thursday afternoon, 1-3pm at Amblecote Church Hall, Vicarage Rd, Stourbridge DY8 4JA. Volunteers will need to arrive at 12.30pm or a little before if possible.

This is a very friendly and lively group with around 30 attendees each time. We have had a great team of volunteers but unfortunately some have had to leave and we need more helping hands.
It would help if you are able to lift tables and chairs as we have to set up and clear the room each time.

Interested? To apply for this role please click on the 'Apply' button at the bottom of the page.

You'll be great for the role if:

• You have good verbal communication and listening skills
• You enjoy meeting new people and being part of a team
• You are aware of or are willing to learn about dementia and its impact on people
• You can demonstrate empathy and compassion
• You are over the age of 16