Volunteer COGS Club Assistants
Age UK Herne Bay & Whitstable
Using your skills, knowledge or enthusiasm to support or lead the delivery of an activities session or Some clients may be living with dementia. Activities may include physical activities, exercise, creative crafts, arts-based activities, music, singing, quizzes, bingo, games, gardening, talking and reminiscing to name a few.
• To lead or support the delivery of activities in our outreach sessions. • To offer encouragement and support to clients where needed so all are able to take part. • To help prepare the room and equipment for the activity and clear up afterwards. • To report any concern’s you may have for clients welfare or wellbeing to the Community Service Manager so that they can be supported appropriately. • To wear PPE, follow social distancing and cleaning measures if required.
Community Work,Support Work
Art & Craft, Talking To Others, Teamwork, Creative & Design
• A sensitive, sympathetic and caring approach to older people. • To be able to maintain a cheerful and approachable demeanour • To have skills, experience or enthusiasm for sharing a particular activity • To be honest and trustworthy. • To be discreet in dealing with clients. • Good communication skills
• To make a difference • To have fun • Help to get involved with the local community • To learn new ideas from others • New skills & valuable work experience • Making new friends • Better physical & mental health and wellbeing • Giving something back • Improving your confidence • Sense of connection to others in the community • Improve how things work for the better • Show your commitment.
As little as 1 hour a week, whatever you can spare.
CT6 6LE
Age UK Herne Bay & Whitstable 16 Reculver Road Beltinge Herne Bay Kent Canterbury District
At the top of Mickleburgh Hill turn left into Beltinge. We can be found first on the right.
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