Home from Hospital Volunteer - Closing date Wednesday 10 Feb 2021
Support provided:
o Supported and supervised by a named Carers’ Resource staff member
o Induction to Carers’ Resource
o Guidance and ongoing support
Time Commitment: Time allocated per client to be regularly reviewed.
Tasks you may be responsible for :
o Supporting the person back into their own home
o Light domestic tasks – changing light bulbs, testing smoke alarms, shopping and other household jobs
o Collecting prescriptions and posting letters for those with mobility problems
o Checking the client is safe, warm and well
There is no role designed specifically around going shopping for a client, but if this is the one thing that interests you, please get in touch
Expenses: Agreed expenses will be reimbursed
Benefits of volunteering:
o Increased knowledge of issues experienced by carers
o Enhance career prospects
o Gain skills and experience
o Work as part of a team
o Further volunteer opportunities with Carers’ Resource
o Developing Friendships