Companion at Creating Connections

Creating Connections is an exciting prevention service for those aged 65 and over. It aims to reduce loneliness and isolation in Worthing through companionship, shared interests, and community participation. It is hoped, that by reducing social isolation and loneliness, we can contribute to supporting people to remain living independently, for as long as possible.

We need volunteers to help us with:

•  Setting up and running of our group activities with our staff team and volunteers
•  Welcoming and hosting our members
•  Setting up rooms and activities
•  Helping our members to take part in and enjoy an activity
•  Helping to serve teas, coffee’s and refreshments
•  Helping with the clearing up and washing up
•  Interacting with our members
•  In some circumstances, taking the lead in the running of our groups with staff members like the book club or painting /art group or a social history/discussion group.

We are interested in hearing your ideas too!

Skills

We are looking for friendly and reliable people who:

• Have great listening skills and an ability to communicate with a range of different people
• Can empathise with older people who are feeling lonely or isolated
• Have a non-judgemental attitude and are accepting of people's differences
• Have some knowledge of local services in Worthing area
• Can maintain confidentiality and comply with appropriate policies
• Can work unsupervised in the local community (support and training will be provided)
• Can provide satisfactory DBS Check.

Benefits

The groups and sessions are friendly and welcoming, and we provide a monthly program of activities for people to attend and enjoy. You will:

• Build confidence and self-esteem.
• Feel valued and appreciated.
• Make use of existing skills and give something back to the local community.

When do I need to be available?

	Morning	Afternoon	Evening
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Where does this role take place?

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