Lancaster and Morecambe - Older People's Service

Overview

Older people services operates using quality services which are provided in a safe way for all residents.

Our core purpose is to provide high quality competitive, and person centred residential and day time support for the people of Lancashire.

Support from a Volunteer can help make a difference in someone's life, even if it's just a smile.

Tasks

As an Activity Assistant volunteer you will be encouraged to act as a friend to residents and assist them to partake in small group activities or share your hobby/ interest to create a new group for a small number of older people. Activities may include:-

• Chatting

• Reminisce activities for residents with dementia

• Baking with a small group

• Playing board games, cards, dominoes

• Bingo

• Arts and crafts

• Sharing your hobbies/interests

Personal Qualities

Activity Assistant volunteers need to:

• Be good communicators;

• Be committed;

• Patience

• Adhere to confidentiality guidelines;

• Friendly and approachable manner

• Knowledge of dementia

Volunteers will also be provided with relevant training required for this role.

To apply - click the 'Fill in an application' button on the right of this screen