Activity group helper

at Reengage

Role Description

Could you spare 2 hours a month to help run a monthly social group for older people?

This group aims to reduce loneliness and isolation in later life.

We're looking for friendly volunteers who would enjoy chatting with people, and helping to organise light activities.
The activities range from chair yoga which we have an instructor for, and indoor bowls.

Free refreshments are included

Type of Activity: Ongoing, Suitable for individuals to apply, Suitable for groups to apply, In person volunteering

Suitability: Suitable for 18 year olds and over

Time commitment

10am - midday on the second Wednesday of the month

Availability: Wednesday Morning

Is this role available at multiple locations? No

Role Location: The community hub, Bury FC, Gigg Lane, Bury

Ward: Bury East/Central (Elton, Moorside, Redvales), Bury North (Ramsbottom, North Manor, Tottington), Bury West (Radcliffe), Whitefield, Prestwich, Boroughwide

Benefit to the volunteer

As a valued Re-engage volunteer you’ll receive training, support and regular updates and communication from the Re-engage team.

You will receive

Induction and training, Regular support supervision, Volunteer policy

Volunteers are asked to complete or provide: Application form, ID Check, Reference(s), Informal discussion (may include an interview)

Activities: Administration, Befriending, Buddying and Mentoring, Caring, Community Hub/work, Support Work, Other (please specify), older people, social group

Skills: Conservation, Language Skills, Managing People

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