If you love meeting new people and want to support people affected by dementia in your area, then we may have just the volunteer role for you!
As a Group Support Volunteer, you’ll support and encourage people affected by dementia to engage in activities and socialise with others in a group setting. A friendly face at the group, you’ll welcome and talk to people affected by dementia to help them feel comfortable and make sure they’re offered refreshments. You’ll also help set up and tidy away at the end of the group.
Your involvement in this role will ensure people affected by dementia are able to meet others in a similar situation, access the support and information they need and enjoy meaningful activities.
We have the following groups which you can choose to support one (or more) of:
Sports and Social Activity group at 67 Whitford Gardens, Mitcham CR4 4AB, weekly on a Thursday 14:00 - 16:00. Seated games led by AFC Wimbledon facilitator
Forget Me Nots group which meets on Wednesdays from 10am-12pm at Memory Merton Hub, 67 Whitford Gardens, Mitcham CR4 4AB. Activities at the group include arts & crafts, reminiscing through artefacts, role-play and gardening.
A lively Rhythm and Moves group which is helping people with chair exercises. 67 Whitford Gardens, Mitcham CR4 4AB, every Wednesday at 15:00 - 17:00
Dementia Cafe which meets weekly on Mondays from 9.30am-12pm at Raynes Park Library , Bradbury Court, 21 Approach Road, Raynes Park, London SW20 8RA
Interested? To apply for this role please click on the 'Apply' button at the bottom of the page.
You’ll be great for the role if:
- You have good verbal communication and listening skills
- You enjoy meeting new people and being part of a team
- You are aware of or are willing to learn about dementia and its impact on people
- You can demonstrate empathy and compassion
- You are over the age of 16
If you find completing online applications difficult, please don't let this stop you from applying....please call or email us and we can support you with the application process. You can contact the Volunteering Recruitment Team by emailing [email protected] or call on 0300 222 5706