Our volunteers carry out activities such as:
- giving hand massage
- making a memory box
- playing favourite music
- reading favourite books/poems
- encouraging gentle movement
- Opportunity to make a difference to the lives of both the individual and their family
- Opportunity to be creative in developing person-centred activities
- Free training
- On-going support from your service co-ordinator and peer group
- Reimbursement of travel expenses
- Provision of a reference (after minimum 6 months of active volunteering)
Opportunity to learn new skills / develop existing skills
We would love to hear from you if you have:
- a couple of hours per week available
- good listening, communication and empathy skills
- an interest in supporting people in your community who are living with dementia
- can commit to a minimum of six months active volunteering with the Namaste Care Service
Similar Opportunities
The aim of this communication support role is to have better conversations, and to support people with a communication disability, aphasia, to live life well. Aphasia is secondary to a stroke or brain injury or illness.
Work alongside us to bring in funds for Aphasia Re-Connect. Work with our advisory group to contribute your ideas and support. Be prepared to roll up your sleeves and join us for events and initiatives. Be happy to take and share photos.
Visit a person at home and befriend them, offering communication support, and a fresh perspective from their daily routine. The person you visit will have aphasia, a communication disability, often stuck at home without support.
