Dementia Well Being East London

What You'll Do: 

Our volunteers carry out activities such as:

  • giving hand massage
  • making a memory box
  • playing favourite music
  • reading favourite books/poems
  • encouraging gentle movement
Why You'll Love It: 
  • Opportunity to make a difference to the lives of both the individual and their family
  • Opportunity to be creative in developing person-centred activities
  • Free training
  • On-going support from your service co-ordinator and peer group
  • Reimbursement of travel expenses
  • Provision of a reference (after minimum 6 months of active volunteering)
What You'll Learn: 

Opportunity to learn new skills / develop existing skills

What We're Looking For: 

We would love to hear from you if you have:

  • a couple of hours per week available
  • good listening, communication and empathy skills
  • an interest in supporting people in your community who are living with dementia
  • can commit to a minimum of six months active volunteering with the Namaste Care Service
Summary
Volunteering
Volunteer
Health
Social Care
Hackney
Remote
0 Weeks Minimum
0 Hours / Week
Skills you will develop: 
Active listening
Communicating
Curious and enquiring
Relevant interests: 
Health, Wellness and Fitness
Requirements: 
DBS check
Over 18 years old

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