About St. Joseph's Hospital, Ardee
To provide extended care for older adults under the governance of the HSE
What's Involved
The organisation would love to hear from people who would be interested in visiting the hospital one or two hours per week, to chat with older people about the "olden days" and recount some stories with them in particular about the Ardee area and its surrounding townlands.
Due to the nature of our work, all volunteers who wish to volunteer with our organisation will have to be Garda Vetted.
We appreciate the time, skills and interest all volunteers give to our organisation.
What's required for this position
Must be able to interact well with older people and be friendly and dependable.
Volunteer needs to have photo ID, Garda vetting and references.
- Community Development/ Social work
- Personable Skills
Level of English required for this role:
Fluent English
Times and commitment required for this role
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Minimum time commitment: Flexible
Hours required: 2hrs Weekly
Other Details
Location of volunteering opportunity:
Ardee
Other location details:
Ardee
Screening details for this role:
- Garda Vetting
- Informal Interviews
- References
- Identification Check (photo ID etc…)
Volunteers will be provided with the following supports:
- Support/ advice/ recognition
- Supervision
Age restrictions:
Over 18
Benefits you will receive as a volunteer
An opportunity to support a local organisation whilst befriending an older person.
