Macmillan support volunteers offers practical and emotional support to people affected by cancer that feel isolated.
Practical support may involve:
- Light housework
- a little gardening
- collecting some shopping
- taking the dog for a walk
- taking someone out for a cup of tea and a chat.
They also offer a non-judgmental listening ear in a confidential setting allowing their client to explore ways to enjoy life and take back control.
Organisation
Contact person firstname
Amanda
Lastname
Cracknell
Contact person's position
Volunteering Services Coordinator
Email address?
Their phone number?
07894566606
Web page
Location description
Across Berkshire
Wheelchair accessible?
Not specified
Car parking for the volunteer?
Not specified
Secure bicycle parking?
Not specified
Near public transport?
Not specified
How much time?
A few hours a week
What times and days of the week?
Availability required
Any of these times
Task type?
Support
Will suit someone like this:
Enjoys variety and changeSelf organised/motivatedHappy to work soloKeen learnerDecisiveGood sense of humourSociablePatientSupportiveCommunicatorWants to get out and aboutEnjoys working outsideLikes to get hands dirtyEmotionally robustPhysically fit
Post suitable for supported volunteering?
No
Is training given?
Yes
Training description
Online training and two days of face-to-face training
Is support given?
Yes
Description of support
Support is provided by Lead Volunteers and staff. We offer regular one-to-one support meetings, team meetings and newsletters.
Are expenses paid?
Yes
Description of expenses
Travel expenses and any reasonable out of pocket expenses ie. a cup of coffee/tea whilst out with a client
Will I need my own transportation?
Yes
Will the volunteer be CRB or DBS checked?
Yes
Are references required?
Yes
Will there be an interview?
Yes
Are they properly insured?
Yes
Minimum age
18
Do they need a specific gender?
No
How many volunteers needed?
15
Opportunity added on
13 February 2017