We are looking for volunteers to support the set up and running of a dementia friendly café in the S2 area of Sheffield. Training is available from Enrichment for the Elderly to understand better how to work with people with memory problems and isolation concerns.
What skills do I need?
To be a good communicator, friendly and able to work in a team.
What will I gain?
Experience working with people with memory problems including dementia.
Experience working in a team.
Experience working in the community.
BDS check through Victoria Centre.
Training and support
Enrichment for the Elderly training
The Victoria Centre Volunteer induction (including policy and proceedures)
Regular supervision
Time commitment
The memory café opens on Thursday 1 - 3 pm, with volunteers required from 12 - 4 pm. The session is open weekly, but volunteers can request fortnightly or monthly involvement.
DBS (criminal records) check
No
Location
Victoria Centre
Victoria Methodist Church
Stafford Road
Sheffield
S2 2SE
Travel information
Bus 120 (Fitzwalter Road stop)
Tram to Granville Road or train station. approx. 10 minute walk
Walk from City Centre approx. 15 minutes