Crossroads Macmillan Volunteer Driver - Multiple Locations in Kent
Crossroads Care Kent
Opportunities to provide transport to a person or couple from their home to a varied selection of essential health appointments they would otherwise be unable to access, including but not limited to chemotherapy / radiotherapy sessions, scheduled GP consultations and other cancer related appointments.
Are you looking for a fulfilling opportunity to volunteer in East or West Kent local or nearby to where you live, directly supporting those who may be lonely or struggling to cope with daily tasks while navigating Cancer? With over 10 years' experience in supporting connections between volunteers and those navigating Cancer (and over 40 years' experience as a charity), the Crossroads Macmillan Volunteer Service can offer flexible, rewarding volunteering avenues for you to explore; get in touch today and make an immediate, positive impact on someone's life - a little bit of time can truly make a huge difference. DESCRIPTION: Opportunities to provide transport to a person or couple from their home to a varied selection of health appointments including but not limited to chemotherapy / radiotherapy sessions, scheduled GP consultations and other cancer related appointments.
Befriending, Buddying & Mentoring,Caring,Driving (must have full driving license)
Listening, UK Driving Licence, Outdoor Work, Organising & Planning
Good communication, empathy and the ability to be non-judgmental. Full Training provided by Crossroads Care Kent.
An enormous sense of wellbeing and purpose and an increased understanding of those living with cancer and comparable conditions; just giving an hour or more a week’s companionship and practical help can make a huge difference to an unpaid carer and who they care for. Travel expenses from volunteers’ home to clients home reimbursed. Other Travel expenses reimbursed where applicable. Other volunteering expenses, such as costs of shopping, also reimbursed. Volunteer References also available where applicable. Additional Training opportunities available including but not limited to First Aid, Cancer awareness, Dementia awareness, Mental Health.
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Across the entirety of East and West Kent, flexible to the Volunteers home location and wishes.
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