Description

We are looking for volunteers to promote Dementia Adventure, our mission and support services at local community events. All with a view to enable people living with dementia to get outdoors, connect with nature, themselves and their
community, and retain a sense of adventure in their lives, in all aspects within the community.
This is an ideal role for those unable to give a set commitment each week. We will always try to give plenty of notice about upcoming events.
Activities Include:
▪ Representing Dementia Adventure at local community events such as dementia and memory cafes, local dementia fairs, Women's Institute, Rotary, U3A and similar groups/organisations
▪ Where appropriate, and if felt able, giving short talks (all resources provided) to individuals and groups within the area about the work we do
▪ Engaging members of the public at these events by talking about our adventures, research, consultancy and training as well as how people can fundraise and/or volunteer for us
▪ Recording enquiries generated from the public and passing this information to the Dementia Adventure Community Engagement Team
▪ Undertaking any essential training which is in line with Dementia Adventure's policies and procedures

Organisation aims and objectives

Dementia Adventure is an award-winning charity supporting people with dementia to get outdoors and experience the benefits of nature. We think differently about dementia, focusing on the individual, not the condition, and looking at what people can do rather than what they can’t. We have proven that with the right support, anything is possible. Dementia Adventure has been offering fully supported dementia holidays for well over a decade to people living with dementia and their carers. We understand the complex and individual needs of people living with dementia, as well as how carers can benefit from having the chance to relax and enjoy time with their loved one while someone else takes care of all the planning and background tasks. Whether looking for an alternative to respite in which everyone gets a rest, or an opportunity to have an adventure together, we will support people to have the break they deserve.

Availability

Frequency and commitment details

Adhoc - whenever volunteer is available

Restrictions

Experience required: Skills ▪ Outgoing, friendly and happy to talk to members of the public ▪ Knowledgeable about Dementia Adventure, or eager to learn, and confident in answering people’s questions ▪ Good communication and administration skills ▪ Adaptable and reliable ▪ Good organisational skills, well prepared and willing to record number of attendees ▪ Confident and able to work independently and as part of a team ▪ Able to access Dementia Adventure resources online ▪ Confident in using technology where a talk may be using Zoom video calling ▪ Able to travel to local venues ▪ Proactive, self motivated
Travel details: Volunteers would be expected to get themselves to the venues but will be reimbursed
Minimum age: 18

Support

Expenses paid: Yes
Training details: Face to Face induction - one day Ongoing training