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Dementia Patient Buddy
When We Need You
From 01/08/2009 onwards
About Opportunity
NHS Dumfries and Galloway is committed to improving the experience of its patients in hospitals. Under the supervision of the ward team, providing companionship and friendship to patients is the role of this volunteer placement. We would ask volunteers to undertake activities like engaging patients in conversation, reading to them, playing cards and games and possibly artwork improves social interaction for both patients and volunteers. This can allow volunteers the opportunity to learn new skills, whilst at the same time using the skills they already have to engage and interact with patients who have dementia.
Availability
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About NHS Dumfries and Galloway
There is a long history of volunteer involvment in NHS Dumfries and Galloway and volunteers contribute in a variety of ways and provide help within hospitals or in the community.
NHS Dumfries and Galloway recognises, values and supports the important part volunteers play in the life and work of the organisation.
The scope for volunteer involvement is wide and includes work carried out by both NHS Dumfries and Galloway premises and in the community.
Skills & Experience
Good Communication skills, particularly listening skills. Strict adherence to confidentially, along with Health and Safety and infection control policies
Travel Details
Volunteer placement at Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary
Requirements
Application Form, Induction/Training, Informal Chat, Interview, Police Check, References, Trial Period
Client Group
Health/Hospitals/hospices
Expenses Detail
Payment is made for travel to placement at public transport rates, currently 24p per mile. Bus fares will be reimbursed
Accessibility Details
Wheelchair Access
Disabled Toilet
Frequency & Commitment
No minimum commitment required.
Minimum Age
No minimum age has been specified for this opportunity
Volunteers Required
1
Reference Code
12-1010
Opportunity Provided By
Contact Details
the hub
24-26 Friars Vennel
DG1 2RL
Contact: Volunteer Action Dumfries and Galloway
Tel: 01387 267311
Email: info@volunteeraction.co.uk
Website: http://www.volunteeractio...
