Activity Group Volunteer - Dunmow

Action for Family Carers group in Great Dunmow is specifically for people suffering from dementia or other memory difficulties. They run weekly and offers a variety of activities. In the mornings, the group focus on keeping physically active and in the afternoon, they offer a variety of cognitive activities. Each session (morning and afternoon) runs for two and a half hours. They are looking for volunteers to support these sessions.

What the role involves:

• Greeting people as they arrive

• Making tea and coffee

• Getting stuck into the activities to support our group members

• Chatting to our group members and be willing to lead conversations

• Helping to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere

• Leading small groups in activities under the direction of our staff

• Helping to keep our members safe and happy

Skills

You will need to be:

• A real “people person”

• Warm and friendly

• Happy to chat and share experiences

• Understanding and sympathetic

• Willing to make tea and coffee and make sure everyone’s cup is topped up

• Available on a regular basis as part of a volunteer rota

• Aware of, or willing to learn about, the needs of people with dementia or memory difficulties