Provide one to one support to a Polish speaking individual who may be isolated or struggling with health problems.
Help them to attend groups and events.
Provide some practical support such as helping with letters or phone calls.
No personal care or crisis support is involved.
Health All Round is a registered charity promoting physical, emotional and social wellbeing in the local community through activities including community groups, exercise classes, counselling, walking groups, healthy eating advice and other forms of one-to-one and group support. We work to reduce health inequalities in the local area and aim to continually develop our services in consultation with the local community. We are committed to diversity and equality and welcome volunteers from all sections of society.
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3 hours per week
Experience required: Essential:
Fluent in Polish.
A good level of English.
A friendly, non-judgemental approach.
Excellent people skills.
Desirable:
Some experience of volunteering or paid work in health/social care/community work.
Travel details: Our office is based at 24 Westfield Avenue, Edinburgh, EH11 2QH..
You will be supporting people in the surrounding areas. There are public transport links.
Minimum age: 18
Expenses paid: Yes
Expenses details: A single monthly form can be emailed to claim expenses with receipts.
Taster available: Yes
Training details: There is a general induction training.
After that volunteers have the option to attend other free trainings.
Support:
Wheelchair Access/Disabled Access Toilet