Description
We offer support to others living with diabetes in Scotland through local libraries. Diabetes is a serious and complicated condition that affects over 300,000 in Scotland. We need you to help us to reach more people at a local level to raise awareness of diabetes.
This will include providing information around how people might help themselves prevent developing type 2 diabetes in the future. You will also tell those already diagnosed with diabetes ways in which they might achieve remission. You will also be able to share information about Diabetes UK resources such as our benefits of membership, Learning Zone, Online Forums, Helpline and website.
What you will be doing
• Supporting an awareness stand in your local library to promote diabetes and increase awareness using Diabetes UK literature.
• Gather data about what those you meet would like from Diabetes Scotland.
• Telling people about our online Know Your Risk tool.
• Telling people about ways in which they can support themselves with their diabetes.
• Answer general queries using the information we give you.
• Direct any medical or other specific questions to Diabetes UK Helpline or to healthcare professionals.
Other things we would like from you
• Thinking of new and creative ways to help promote diabetes and reach
• more people living with or at risk of type 2 diabetes.
The skills you need
• Have a passion for improving diabetes awareness in their local community
• Have an interest in community-based health promotion work
• Are confident to talk to people in an engaging and enthusiastic way
• Can maintain confidentiality and talk to people in a sensitive and discreet way when required
• Respect other people’s cultures and understand their cultural values
• Are committed to support the work of Diabetes UK and represent Diabetes UK in a positive way
• Are able to attend all briefings and trainings related to your role
Being able to speak more than one language would be beneficial but not required
What's in it for you
• The opportunity to make a real difference to people living with, and affected
by diabetes in your community
• The opportunity to meet and network with other volunteers
• The opportunity to learn new skills and gain experience of the
charity sector.
• Induction, training and regular communication with Diabetes UK point of
• contact
Organisation aims and objectives
Dundee's main public library which aims to provide a comprehensive lending, reference and learning service to inhabitants of the city.
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Monthly plus training
Frequency and commitment details
Monthly plus training
Restrictions
No restrictions but would need to be available during the day
Experience required: Feel comfortable talking to members of the public and respond appropriately to people who may be in distress.
Travel details: Central Library
Minimum age: 18
Support
Expenses details: Please note: No expenses are paid for this opportunity
Taster available: Yes
Taster details: This can be agreed with the volunteer
Training details: Full training & support provided
Support:
Named Contact For Volunteer,
Wheelchair Access/Disabled Access Toilet