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Befriender

Published: 29/07/2004 Updated: 18/07/2011
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Befriender

When We Need You

From 29/07/2004 onwards

About Opportunity

To befriend residents: - encourage them to take part in activities, go out, story sharing and assist in arts and crafts within the house.

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About Merse House - CIC

To provide 24 hr care and support in a care home environment for people over 65, including people with visual impairment, hearing and mobility difficulties and dementia. To enhance the quality of life for residents. Day care is also provided for members of the local community

Skills & Experience

Warm and friendly,social and communication skills

Travel Details

Merse House Kirkcudbright

Restrictions

Young Person's Health and Safety

Requirements

Application Form, Induction/Training, Informal Chat, Interview, Police Check, References, Trial Period

Training and Induction Details

Induction - Fire, H+S, overview of company and home, volunteer expections Ongoing - training as appropriate e.g. dementia training Regular supervision sessions with manager

Work Type

Befriending / Mentoring

Client Group

Elderly

Expenses Detail

Not provided.

Accessibility Details

Wheelchair Access
Disabled Toilet

Frequency & Commitment

2 hours per Fortnight

Minimum Age

Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age.

Volunteers Required

1

Reference Code

12-390

Opportunity Provided By

Volunteer Action Dumfries and Galloway

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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...

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