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Coffee Morning Volunteer
Organisation Details
Creative Support
Sub theme: Disability, Older people
Stellify Award: This opportunity is part of 'Make a Difference'
Organisation Description: Social Care Provider
Description of role: We have three extra care supported living services for older people with additional support needs in the Ashton-under-Lyne area.
We are looking for Befriender volunteers who would like to spend time with our residents on a weekly basis. Initially the befriender role will involve bringing together residents from across the three sites to the communal area and running a coffee morning. Within the role you will help to set up the room for the coffee morning, moving tables and chairs where necessary. Prepare refreshments and provide companionship to people attending, whilst understanding and respecting boundaries.
Once you have built a connection there will be an opportunity to develop the role and spend time in the local community. This could include going for a walk, a trip to a local café, or accessing the local library.
Move tables and chairs for the coffee morning
Prepare and hand out refreshments during the event.
Circulate during the event chatting with attendees and making sure the atmosphere is light of fun.
Wash up cups and plates, and tidy away to ensure the room is returned to its original use.
Spend time with Service Users in the local community, going for a walk or visiting local amenities.
Report any concerns to Creative Support staff members.
Attend regular supervisions and undertake all training provided.
We are looking for Befriender volunteers who would like to spend time with our residents on a weekly basis. Initially the befriender role will involve bringing together residents from across the three sites to the communal area and running a coffee morning. Within the role you will help to set up the room for the coffee morning, moving tables and chairs where necessary. Prepare refreshments and provide companionship to people attending, whilst understanding and respecting boundaries.
Once you have built a connection there will be an opportunity to develop the role and spend time in the local community. This could include going for a walk, a trip to a local café, or accessing the local library.
Move tables and chairs for the coffee morning
Prepare and hand out refreshments during the event.
Circulate during the event chatting with attendees and making sure the atmosphere is light of fun.
Wash up cups and plates, and tidy away to ensure the room is returned to its original use.
Spend time with Service Users in the local community, going for a walk or visiting local amenities.
Report any concerns to Creative Support staff members.
Attend regular supervisions and undertake all training provided.
Skills / qualities associated with the role: Creative Skills, Customer Service, Event Planning, Team Working
Are volunteer expenses available?: Yes
Duration of role: Ongoing / Long term
Opportunity times: Monday AM, Monday PM, Tuesday AM, Tuesday PM, Wednesday AM, Wednesday PM, Thursday AM, Thursday PM, Friday AM, Friday PM
DBS required: On
Can reasonable adjustments be made regarding additional needs?: Yes
Is this organisation part of the Sports Volunteering Scheme (SVS)?: No
Minimum hours commitment: 4
Location:
Ashton Under Lynne
Tameside