Parkinson's UK is looking for a Keeping in Touch Visitor Volunteer to help with building a relationship with our members to reduce loneliness and help them to keep in touch with the local group they once enjoyed.
Giving time to a person with Parkinson's can empower them, improve their physical and mental wellbeing and build self-esteem.
What will you do as a Keeping in Touch Visitor Volunteer?
- Deliver a monthly visit to establish an enjoyable and supportive relationship
- Deal appropriately with confidential and sensitive material
What you could get out of volunteering
Benefits of volunteering with Parkinson's UK
- Enhancing the lives of people with Parkinson's
- Meeting and working with new people
- The opportunity to develop new skills, in particular, communication, empathy and listening skills
What we're looking for
You will have:
- Awareness of the needs of the person with Parkinson's at all times (a knowledge of Parkinson's is desirable, but a willingness to learn if there is limited knowledge)
- Excellent communication and listening skills
Find out more
If you would like to know more about the role, please contact Emma on 0344 225 3673 or email [email protected]
We're here to make sure that no one has to face Parkinson's alone.
Closing Date
Wednesday / 28 February 2018
12:00pm
12:00pm
