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Crossroads Macmillan Companionship & Practical Support Volunteer

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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.

Hours:  Minimum 1 - 2 hours / week, Flexible

Location:  Opportunities across East & West Kent & Medway, flexible / based on volunteer’s home location.

Role Description:  Weekly visits to a person or couple at their home to offer companionship and a friendly, listening ear at a difficult time; supporting unpaid carers who are caring for a loved one who has cancer or comparable health challenges.

The visits may include light housework, gardening, shopping on their behalf, accompanying them on a walk or external trips, well-being activities such as boards games / puzzles and practical help with phone calls / form filling – all dependent on the Volunteers availability and personal wishes.

Skills required: Good communication, empathy and the ability to be non-judgmental.

Full Training provided by Crossroads Care Kent.

**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 of companionship and practical help can make a huge difference to an unpaid carer and who they care for.

  • 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.