Are you looking for a fulfilling opportunity to volunteer in East or West Kent, directly supporting unpaid carers and those they care for; those who may be lonely or struggling to cope with daily tasks while navigating Cancer or long-term health conditions?
The Crossroads Macmillan Volunteer Service can offer flexible, rewarding volunteering avenues for you to explore; get in touch today and make an immediate, positive impact on the life of an unpaid Carer and their loved ones - a little bit of time can truly make a huge difference.
Role Description: Opportunities to provide transport to a person or couple from their home to a varied selection of locations and appointments including but not limited to chemotherapy sessions, Supermarkets for shopping, scheduled Hospital appointments and sites of personal meaning for the client - all dependent on the Volunteers availability and personal wishes.
Hours: Minimum 1-2 hours / week, Flexible
Skills Required: Good communication, empathy and the ability to be non-judgmental.
What We Offer:
An enormous sense of well-being and purpose and an increased understanding of those living with cancer and comparable conditions; just giving an hour or more a week’s companionship and practical help can make a huge difference to an unpaid carer and who they care for.
Full Training provided by Crossroads Care Kent.
Travel expenses from volunteers’ home to clients home reimbursed.
Other Travel expenses reimbursed where applicable.
Other volunteering expenses, such as costs of shopping, also reimbursed.
Volunteer References also available where applicable.
Additional training opportunities, including but not limited to First Aid, Cancer awareness, Dementia awareness, Mental Health.