About Western Alzheimers
Western Alzheimers provides a complete service of care & support to families affected by Alzheimers/Dementia in the Western Region of Ireland.
What's Involved
Western Alzheirmers is in the process of setting up a new befriending service for people with dementia in Galway city and county to support them at the early and later stages of dementia. This service offers friendship and stimulation. It also supports the carer by providing a break for them.The key is “compatible companionship”. Each client will be twinned with a suitable friend. This support may be inside or outside the client’s home.
The service offered will be two or three hours weekly/fortnightly, during which time it is envisaged that a relationship will grow into a friendship. Continuity of the relationship is of paramount importance and volunteers will be selected partly on their capacity and willingness to make a long term commitment.
We are looking for individuals who can give 2-3 hours a week in the homes of people living with dementia. The supports would range from companionship, meeting for coffee and generally supporting them in their own homes.
This support is to offer the family carers a break from their caring role. Please note that this is a befriending service and not a personal care assistant support service.
Full training and induction will be provided.
What's required for this position
Kind, caring, compassionate and good listener. Dementia awareness an advantage but not a requirement.
- Community Development/ Social work
- Hospitality/ Befriending
- Personable Skills
Level of English required for this role:
Intermediate English
Times and commitment required for this role
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Minimum time commitment: 1 week
Hours required: 3hrs
Other Details
Location of volunteering opportunity:
Galway City & County
Screening details for this role:
- Garda Vetting
- Informal Interviews
- References
- Application Form
- Identification Check (photo ID etc…)
Volunteers will be provided with the following supports:
- Support/ advice/ recognition
- Supervision
- Initial induction and training
- Insurance cover
- Ongoing training opportunities
Age restrictions:
Over 18
Benefits you will receive as a volunteer
Being part of a team that supports a worthy organisation in the community. Also volunteers caring skills will be enhanced
