Our member is a very chatty lady who likes to talk about anything.
She likes to garden but is now unable to see the flowers but she does like to smell them and enjoys a visit to the local garden centre.
She likes to listen to the usual soaps on TV, as she is no longer able to see the programme itself and she enjoys listening to travel programmes.
She is very flexible with days and times, our member communicates with clear speech.
Skills
We are looking for enthusiastic and reliable Volunteers
Good communication skills, particularly with regard to conversational skills
To be reliable and have a genuine interest to make a difference in lives of deafblind people
Patience and a warm and friendly attitude
What will we ask for in return?
A regular commitment of one weekly visit - usually 1-3 hours
Details
- Accessibility
- DBS check required
- Equal opportunities policy
- Expenses reimbursed
- Health and Safety Policy
- Ongoing support
- Suitable for under 18s
- Training provided
On line training - Volunteer induction
- Volunteer policy
- Volunteers covered by insurance
- Written role description
When can I volunteer?
Start Date: 28/06/2017
End Date: 04/08/2021
Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Morning | No | No | No | No | No | No | No |
Afternoon | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Evening | No | No | No | No | No | No | No |
Availability Details
Flexible any afternoon
Location
This opportunity is available in: Epping
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