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Elmbridge Borough Council (CSVA)
Our dementia service team run social clubs at our Thames Ditton and Walton Centres for the Community, which provide activities and support for people living with dementia.
What does this role involve?
• Helping attendees to take part in social club activities, from light exercise to singing and art classes, reminiscence sessions and games.
• Supporting the Dementia Services Team with providing refreshments and serving lunches to attendees.
When will I be needed?
The social clubs run from 10-3pm and are run Tuesday/Wednesday and Friday. Our volunteers generally work by rota, taking the same shift each week or every other week.
The Dementia Services Manager looks after all the volunteers and will deal with any queries or concerns you might have whilst volunteering with us. Each social club also has a Group Leader who oversees the running of activities during the session, and who you will report to on a day-to-day basis.
• Enjoys meeting new people and helping them have fun.
• Is patient, calm and empathetic.
• Is looking to gain experience working with people with dementia.
Slot | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Morning | No | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | No | No |
Afternoon | No | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | No | No |
Evening | No | No | No | No | No | No | No |
Current vacancies: Claygate - Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday - 10am – 3pm Walton on Thames - Tuesday, Wednesday 1-3pm (moving to Claygate Centre) You can volunteer for the whole session or support for part of the session if you prefer.
Claygate Centre for the Community
Elm Road
Claygate
Surrey
KT10 0EH
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Elmbridge Borough Council (CSVA)
Elmbridge Borough Council (CSVA)
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