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Friend / Volunteer
When We Need You
From 27/06/2011 onwards
About Opportunity
People benefit in many different ways by working as an Abbeyfield volunteer. They get to put their skills to good use and have the opportunity to learn new ones; they devote their spare time to a worthy cause; they get to become a part of a caring team, and they get to take pleasure in helping our residents to enjoy a comfortable, fulfilling life and meaningful social interaction. A Friend Volunteer will regularly visit the residents in the home, help organise outings and coffee mornings with the staff and volunteers. They may take the resident to the library or a doctor's appointment if needed. Friends can also help put together a newsletter for residents, play games with residents and even help out in the garden.
Availability
Flexible
About Abbeyfield (Stirling) Society Ltd.
Abbeyfield provides very sheltered accomodation for the elderly. THey have their own rooms with their own personal possessions with them. All food and heating etc is supplied by Abbeyfield. We have a resident Housekeeper and staff who look after our residents and a volunteer committee who run the charity.
Skills & Experience
Volunteers must be friendly and sociable and willing to commit to volunteering regularly to ensure contnuity for the residents.
Travel Details
The Abbefield in Stirling is located near the town centre and outings are organised from that location.
Restrictions
Insurance
Requirements
Application Form, Induction/Training, Informal Chat, Police Check, References
Training and Induction Details
Volunteers will be given an introduction to Abbeyfield and the residence when they start by the House Convener. Ongoing training will be provided when required. Volunteers will receive copies of relevant policies, confidentiality, grievances etc.
Work Type
Care / Support worker
Client Group
Elderly
Expenses Detail
All volunteer expenses will be paid for outings and for activities. Reasonable travel costs will also be considered.
Accessibility Details
Wheelchair Access
No Disabled Toilet
Frequency & Commitment
Ideally 2-3 hours per week but the opportunity is flexible in terms of how often and when. The most important consideration is that the volunteering is regular to maintain continuity for the residents
Minimum Age
Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age.
Volunteers Required
3
Reference Code
59-3224
Opportunity Provided By
Contact Details
17 Allan Park
Stirling
Scotland
FK8 2QG
Contact: Margaret Porteous
Tel: 01786 474473
Email: mlporteous@talktalk.net
