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Managing volunteers does not require any specialist knowledge. Mainly, you need common sense and the ability to put yourself in the position of a volunteer and ask yourself how you would you like to be treated. Volunteers are likely to be the lifeblood of your group so it is important that you respect, value and appreciate ...more
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A befriending scheme for children in care has recently seen its 50th match where volunteers give up their time to create bond with a young person. Volunteer Wendy said: “We chat and are gradually getting to know each other and to build a relationship.” Male volunteers are currently under-represented and the scheme ...more
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Barnardo’s provides a range of services on behalf of Wiltshire Council and are looking for volunteers to support us in our Wiltshire Short Breaks Activity scheme. We are looking for volunteers to: – Help at sessions one Saturday per month (as well as the possibility of one day per week during the school holidays) -Support ...more
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There’s making a difference, and there’s making all the difference. Don’t just change someone’s life, change yours too. With someone developing dementia every three minutes, there are nearly 1,000 people waiting for volunteers right now. Sign up for Side by Side and get ready to make a difference: not only ...more
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Alzheimer’s Support is looking for volunteers to support our Movement for the Mind group in Mere. The role involves providing a friendly welcome, serving refreshments and joining in a range gentle exercise (some chair based) led by experienced practitioners. We will provide training in dementia awareness, full briefing ...more
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Alzheimer’s Support is looking for volunteer helpers at our Art Group in Warminster. The role involves helping to set up, providing a friendly welcome and supporting members where needed. Volunteers also help to serve refreshments during social time and clear away at the end of the group session. Creating art has been ...more
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Could you spare one afternoon each month to help at our Memory Café in Warminster? Alzheimer’s Support is looking for volunteers to provide a friendly welcome, serve a light buffet supper and help clear away at our newest café. The café provides an enjoyable and informative social occasion for people living with dementia ...more
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