Health & Social Care – Wolverhampton Volunteers

Cruse Bereavement Support

On 11/11/2022

In Health & Social Care, Support, Uncategorized

Bereavement Support Volunteer

	Opportunity: Bereavement Support Volunteer We are looking for someone who is committed to volunteering and has time to spare. Interested in the work of Cruse Bereavement and willing to undertake initial and continuous training in order to support clients in the Wolverhampton area by telephone zoom and eventually in person.
	Requirements: Listening skills, empathy, good communication.IT literate as training will be delivered by zoom. Client cases manged by secure client information system .All bereavement volunteers will undertake foundation training currently delivered by zoom. They will be expected to undertake 15 hours per year continuous professional development per year and attend monthly 1 hour supervision
	Location: Telephone/zoom support from home Community venue after undertaking in person training.
	Hours: Minimum 2-3 hours per week .Mondays, afternoons. Early evening and a 12 months minimum commitment
	Expenses: Yes .Travel and any telephone costs calls expense paid
	DBS: Yes

Our Mission is that we support people through one of the most painful times in life, with bereavement support, information and campaigning.

MND Association

By Sue01

On 20/10/2022

In Advice, Advocacy, Communities, Health & Social Care, Support, Uncategorized

Community Champion

	Opportunity: Do you want to engage with help your local community? Community champions at MND Association will work with local communities to raise awareness of MND and help to reach those people who are not aware of the association’s services. There will be a particular focus will be on engagement with Black ,Asian and minority Ethic (BAME)people, young people /LGBT and Disabled people . There are a number of ways in which you can get involved for example: Talking with local communities and attending local events. Providing information on issues facing people affected by MND .Increasing the awareness of MND amongst local communities. Building partnerships with local events .Providing information on issues facing people affected by MND. Increasing the awareness of MND amongst local communities. Building partnerships with local groups who can assist in raising awareness and collaboration. Championing diversity within the local branch or group and helping to enhance inclusivity. Working with volunteers and staff to address any activities that make it hard for people to volunteer or use Association service.
	Requirements: Have good listening, presentation, networking and communication skills. Digital skills, Language skills, general public engagement .Also included is induction and training.
	Location: All across Wolverhampton, Some work could even be done remotely.
	Hours: 2 hours per week
	Expenses: Yes
	DBS: No

We improve care and support for people with MND, their families and carers. We fund and promote research that leads to new understanding and treatments and brings us closer to a cure for MND .We campaign and raise awareness so the needs of people with MND and everyone who cares for them are recognised and addressed by wider society.

Newlife

By Sue01

On 29/09/2022

In Admin, Advice, Business, Communities, Disability, Families, I.T., Uncategorized

Corporate & group volunteering

Volunteer opportunities across head office

	Opportunity: Corporate and group volunteering Our corporate volunteering days are a great way to spend time building whilst contributing towards Newlife as a charity and the children and families it supports. We can also provide volunteering opportunities to educational groups looking for something fulfilling to provide their learners with a sense of pride and accomplishment.
	Various volunteering opportunities across our head office departments Other volunteering opportunities occasionally come up across different department in our Head Office at Cannock. From administration to supporting our online team, new opportunities are being created in order to give more varied roles for volunteers to experience. If there is a particular area you are interested in, please contact our volunteer team to discuss further.
	Location: Head Office : Newlife, Hemlock Way ,Cannock, Staffordshire WS11 7GF
	Hours: Open Ended/Flexible: Including Weekends and Evenings
	Expenses: Yes
	DBS: No

We encourage applications from people with physical or learning disabilities and will make reasonable adjustments so that everyone can enjoy volunteering.
Newlife is the UKs largest charity funder of children’s specialist disability equipment we also run the UKs only national emergency equipment service for terminally ill children.

ACORNS

By Sue01

On 15/09/2022

In Advice, Business, Health & Hospitals, Health & Social Care, Marketing, Uncategorized

Events Speaker , Researcher

	Opportunity: Event Speaker Representing Acorns by speaking to groups, organisations and businesses. Accepting donations on our behalf and holding cheque presentations. Delivering presentations and speaking publicly to an audience. Researcher Conducting research into the local area. Finding events and funding opportunities. Researching local businesses, schools, faith groups, community groups that we could get in contact with.
	Requirements: Event speaker: Confident to speak publicly Organised and prepared to deliver the presentations we provide Friendly –to represent Acorns in the local community Flexible –we will work to fit the group and you together but it would be great if you are flexible with a range of times. We will offer support to ensure you are comfortably to speak publicly about Acorns and provide you with info to ensure you’re are confident enough to answer any questions etc. Researcher: Curious and inquisitive- to find new opportunities Organised –clear approach to maximise efficiency Comfortable using a computer for research(access to your own computer and Wi-Fi Induction/training is provided.
	Location: Event speaker: Various (happy for you to provide areas you will be happy to travelling too. Researcher: Home based
	Hours: Event speaker: Times can vary- we will work with you and the group to arrange a time that suits you both. Researcher: Whenever suits you
	Expenses : No
	DBS: Event speaker : No (unless at Schools) Researcher: No

Established in 1998 Acorns Children’s Hospice Trust is a registered charity offering a network of care for life limited and life threatened children and young people and their families, across the heart of England.

CT Transport .

By Sue01

On 31/08/2022

In Advice, Befriending, Communities, Elderly, Families, Support, Uncategorized, Women, Youth

Social Interaction Facilitator

	Opportunity: Supporting CT staff on the ‘Lets Chat’ project to meet and greet with members of the public, offer them tea and coffee and generally be willing and able to sit down and chat with people , offer them a friendly eat and with Training, be able to signpost them to other services that third party partners are offering . These activities are taking place in three ways: Mobile Unit –A number of our minibuses are being converted, to allow space for chairs and table, a place to make hot beverages and information boards containing information about local service .Across the week these mobile units will visit a number of pre-determined places within the local community and park up for a number of hours, allowing members of the public to come on board, meet people and speak with representatives from several organisations offering their services. The purpose of this project is to reduce loneliness and Isolation for local residents. We are looking for volunteers to join us and participate in this project by meeting people and providing a friendly ear to listen and to join in conversation. The same service is being offered in static bus station buildings and generally across our Passenger Service.
	Requirements: Friendly outgoing, sympathetic, a good listener.
	Location: The project is set across three main areas, which are Coventry, Mid-Birmingham and the Black Country .The Black country will encompass Wolverhampton, Dudley and Sandwell. The mobile units will travel around the Black Country on set days Station sites in Dudley and West Bromwich .Our Passenger service locations vary.
	Hours: The Lets Chat project is operational between Monday-Saturday and the hours of 08.30-6.30pm.
	Expenses: Yes Out of pocket travel expense will be paid.
	DBS: Yes

There will be induction and Training on certain elements to assist with the role. Specific Training to be determined

Eye Can.

By Sue01

On 03/08/2022

In Communities, Disability, Health & Social Care, Outdoors & Practical, Sport, Support, Uncategorized

Activities Volunteer

	Supporting members on Activities.
	Opportunity: Sighted Guide: Assisting members on wellbeing walks. Bowling Assistant: Being a sighted guide/bringing the bowling balls to members and taking them to the lane. Offering encouragement and being as descriptive as possible to support members at the bowling alley to aim in the correct direction in order to hit all the pins. Shooting Range: We require volunteers to assist and load pellets. Training will be provided by the shooting range. Need to offer guidance and assistance to members with the sound and laser equipment used. A copy of the league rules will be given to volunteers to assist our member should they want to participate in the winter shooting league. Need to be patient and offer our members encouragement. Score cards, and results will be given out at the end by relevant staff. Training will be provide at the Shooting range. Tennis: We require sighted guides to team up with groups and individuals to offer encouragement , build confidence in the sport, be patient, support with set up and packing away , collecting balls, being descriptive with our members and having a general friendly encouraging approach.
	Requirements: Someone that is active. Has a friendly and encouraging approach and someone that may have worked with people with disabilities previously would be an advantage. It is important to be descriptive as possible to prove our members with the relevant support when participating in activities .Induction and training provided.
	Location: Bantock Park , Bentley Bridge , Wolverhampton Lawn Tennis & Squash Club
	Hours: Sighted Guide: Wellbeing Walks Bantock Park every Wednesday 11-1pm until the end of August. Bowling : Every other Thursday 12:30-2:30pm Bentley Bridge Shooting Range: Every other Tuesday 10-1:30pm Aldersley Stadium Tennis : Every other Thursday 1:30-2:30pm Wolverhampton Tennis & Squash club
	Expenses: No .This is be reviewed later down the line.
	DBS: No Volunteers will be interviewed

Promoting opportunities and creating positive experience for those with sight loss through the use of activities and events.

Remap. Engineer/Maker Volunteer

By Sue01

On 19/07/2022

In Disability, Elderly, Families, Practical / DIY, Uncategorized

	Our Engineer/Maker Volunteers are the essence of our local branch activities .They use their practical skills and ingenuity to help people with disabilities live fuller and more independent lives.
	Opportunity:This role may vary depending on local needs but is likely to include : • Designing and making pieces of equipment for individuals with specific needs. • Using your practical skills working with one or more of :Metal , Wood, plastic or electronics • Attending a monthly meeting of the local branch
	Requirements: Practical experience in working with one of the above materials. Able to listen well to understand someone’s needs .Able to follow Remap policies and procedures. Able to understand and apply our risk management system .Able to apply disability, equality and inclusion practices .Able to keep peoples personal details safe. Access to your own tools and workshop ( or can access theses) Able to drive or have good transport links .Committed to our values. Enjoy working as part of a team Willing to develop skills and experience. Complete your induction checklist and complete online and virtual training as directed by central staff. Note: Volunteers may have to visit clients .There may be access problems outside the control of Remap.
	Location: Wolverhampton and surrounding areas
	Hours: Flexible
	Expenses: Yes .Out of pocket expenses will be reimbursed
	DBS: Yes

14.1 million People are living in the UK with some form of disability. Remap ambition is to help as many of those people as possible through its network of skilled makers and support volunteers.

West Caribbean Parent&Friends Association Activities Co-Ordinator

By Sue01

On 18/07/2022

In Admin, Art, Catering, Communities, Elderly, Health & Social Care, Support, Uncategorized

	Opportunity: Duties include: Open the building and set up table and chairs. Make tea and coffee .Do gentle exercise .Coordinate activities e.g. organise trips and attendance at different events .Organise guest speakers on relevant topics such as health issues .Keep in touch with elders who are not able to attend .Do arts and crafts.
	Requirements: People person and some experience of working with the elderly, Coordinating activities and Exercise instructor .There is also an induction & training provided
	Location: St Andrews Church Hall. St Andrews Close Whitmore Reans Wolverhampton WV6 OAA
	Hours: Wednesday 11am to 1pm
	Expenses: Yes Bus fares and travel costs if attending trips and /or events with the elders groups will be paid.
	DBS: Yes

The Association established over 50 years ago continues to serve the local community by promoting cultural, inter generational working and lifelong learning. Through its Elders Group it provides an environment where people can socialise to improve the health and wellbeing and reduce isolation for elderly residents in Wolverhampton.

St Anthony’s Valorum care -Activities Support -Beauty -Gardening -Driver & Outing assistant

By j888cat

On 31/03/2022

In Communities, Disability, Driving, Elderly, Gardening, Health & Hospitals, Health & Social Care, Outdoors & Practical, Support

Category: Health & Social Care