Dementia Adventure
Description of the role
We are looking for volunteers to promote Dementia Adventure, our mission and support services at local community events. All with a view to enable people living with dementia to get outdoors, connect with nature, themselves and their community, and retain a sense of adventure in their lives, in all aspects within the community. This is an ideal role for those unable to give a set commitment each week. We will always try to give plenty of notice about upcoming events.
You will:
- Represent Dementia Adventure at local community events such as dementia and memory cafes, local dementia fairs, Women’s Institute, Rotary, U3A and similar groups/organisations.
- Where appropriate, and if felt able, give short talks (all resources provided) to individuals and groups within the area about the work we do.
- Engage members of the public at these events by talking about our adventures, research, consultancy and training as well as how people can fundraise and/or volunteer for us.
- Record enquiries generated from the public and passing this information to the Dementia Adventure Community Engagement Team.
- Undertake any essential training which is in line with Dementia Adventure’s policies and procedures.
They are looking for someone:
- Outgoing, friendly and happy to talk to members of the public
- Knowledgeable about Dementia Adventure, or eager to learn, and confident in answering people’s questions
- Good communication and administration skills
- Adaptable and reliable
- Good organisational skills, well prepared and willing to record number of attendees
- Confident and able to work independently and as part of a team
- Able to access Dementia Adventure resources online
- Confident in using technology where a talk may be using Zoom video calling
- Able to travel to local venues
- Proactive, self motivated
Practical Considerations
Travel expenses covered.
Any specific requirements
- Requires references
- Requires qualification or training
- Requires driving license
- Must live or work locally
- Must own a computer or have secure access to one
- Must be over 18 to apply
- Criminal record check required
Where is the opportunity based?
The opportunity is across Bromsgrove and Redditch areas.
When is the opportunity available?
Volunteering days available to be discussed between you and the organisation.
About the organisation
Dementia Adventure is an award-winning charity with a vision for a more active and fulfilled life for everyone living with dementia. Research shows that connection to nature and outdoor activity has significant health and wellbeing benefits for people with dementia, and they’ve proven that with the right support, it is possible to access those benefits in enjoyable ways.
They provide supported holidays, free dementia training for family and friends, and training for professionals and organisations.
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