An exciting opportunity to undertake a maintenance role within a dedicated team, with the Hard of Hearing Group, providing life changing support to people with hearing loss. You will be responsible for assessing the needs of our service users and carrying out any practical maintenance of their hearing aids. You will play a vital role in helping people manage their hearing loss by providing practical and emotional support. You will also be sharing information with clients, signposting and referring to other agencies in your local area. Successful people in this role will be organised, sociable and able to communicate comfortably particularly with people with hearing loss and the elderly. Full induction and appropriate training will be given for this role, with ongoing support from the Service Coordinator as we want you to feel part of the team and enjoy your experience with the group. You will receive the satisfaction of giving back to others through their hearing aids and you will be working in an inclusive environment sharing knowledge and experiences. The role requires a person to be able to dedicate at least 8 hours a month, from home and the drop-in session. Once trained, volunteers will support service users by: • Undertaking an assessment of any problems or needs the Service User is experiencing • Where the assessment requires the intervention of professional services; by agreement with the Service User make a referral through the appropriate procedure to their GP, NHS Audiology or Social Work. • Providing advice on the use of Hearing Aids and other related Hard of Hearing matters. This may include the provision of equipment through the Social Work Sensory Support Unit. • Communicating with the relevant parties in order to ensure there is sufficient stock available locally. Once trained, where practical assistance can be provided: • Check and change batteries when appropriate • Re-tube and clean hearing aid where required • Replace the hearing aid hook where required • Clean through slim fit tubes where required.

DESCRIPTION: Forth Valley Disability Sport (FVDS) is a charity where the main aim is to lead in the development of sport for people with physical, sensory or learning disability in partnership with key local agencies in the three local authority areas of Stirling., Falkirk ad Clackmannashire. FVDS is a member branch of Scottish Disability Sport (SDS) who are the governing body of sport for athletes and players with a physical, sensory or learning disability. As chair, you will have a strategic role that is involved with representing the vision of the Branch. You will be responsible for strategic matters, and setting high standards. The chairperson plays a pivotal role in increasing the effectiveness of the Board and individual committee member and wider partners. You will be responsible for ensuring that there is effective communication with the leadership team and acting as a sounding board for the FVDS Coordinator. SKILLS REQUIRED: • Good decision maker, ensure matters are dealt with in an orderly, efficient manner, and bring impartiality and objectivity to meetings • Well organised, enthusiastic and drive in partnership working • Confident at keeping order during meetings MAIN DUTIES INCLUDE: 1. Lead the management committee and the affairs of the organisation. 2. Oversee and guide all decisions taken by management committee and sub committees 3. In liaison with the co-ordinator, oversee the work of all officers 4. Liaise with the secretary on the agenda for each meeting and approve the minutes before they are circulated 5. Liaise with the Treasurer to ensure funds are spent accurately and in the best interests of the branch 6. Help to prepare and submit any statutory documents that are required (e.g. VAT, grant aid reports) 7. If unable to attend any committee meeting, a written update/ report could be sent to the meeting and the Vice Chair briefed on the agenda TIME COMMITMENT (Roughly 5- 7 hours per month): • Attend/ Chair FVDS Committee Meetings (6 per year) • Liaise with the FVDS Coordinator on matters arising (bi – weekly) INTERVIEWS: Friday 29th April 2022 (This date can be flexible if required) APPLICATIONS: All applicants should send a note of interest to graham.harvey@fvds.org.uk detailing why you are interested in the role and any relevant skills and experience before Friday 22nd April 2022. If you have any questions or would like more information please contact Graham Harvey on the above email or phone 07895093109

Grandmentors is an award winning inter-generational mentoring programme, matching volunteer mentors aged 50+ with young people aged 16-24 who have had adverse childhood experiences. In partnership with Perth and Kinross Council, Grandmentors has now launched in Perth and Kinross. Our volunteer mentors help young people navigate the transition to independence by guiding them through life skills such as managing finances, accessing employment, education and training, and supporting their health and wellbeing. This opportunity is for volunteers (normally aged 50+) who have life experience and skills to offer. However, if you are younger than 50 and feel you could offer valuable support, please do apply or contact us to discuss further. It is important that you have good people skills, communication skills, patience, and can offer a regular commitment of a few hours per week (weekly or fortnightly). This role requires PVG (Protection of Vulnerable Groups) scheme membership, which will be handled and processed by us. We provide our volunteers with comprehensive training, on-going support, and volunteer expenses.

Strength & Balance volunteers transform the lives of individuals by creating a welcoming and enjoyable environment for them to participate in exercises, which can help improve mobility and reduce the risk of falls. Whether you are leading a class yourself or supporting a trained instructor to deliver activities, you'll be making a real difference to the people that you support. If you would like to have a positive impact on people in your community then this is the role for you. Preparing and leading strength and balance activity sessions, sharing your knowledge about the benefits of regular exercises, introducing music and movement to the group or welcoming and chatting to attendees are some of the tasks you may be asked to do in this role. We also have opportunities available for people with specific skills, so please tell us what your strengths are when we meet.

Activity Group Volunteers are needed to help support us at our activity groups. Our activity groups include a seated exercise segment, followed by a cup of tea or coffee and a biscuit, then activities such as curling, Boccia, adult colouring in, dominoes, Bingo, cards, singing and dancing. Tasks included in this role range from making tea and coffee, chatting to clients, packing, and tidying up after activity groups (such as exercise and craft equipment and resources that are displayed during the groups for clients to purchase or take), preparing for future activity groups (this often takes place in our office), whilst also supporting clients throughout the activity groups (training will be given).

Happy and Healthy Life volunteers transform the lives of people in their community by helping them to live as independently as they can, building community relationships, and re-establishing their confidence and well-being. You could be driving people to activities at a local centre, helping to provide lunch and healthy snacks, and tailoring support through social activities - this could involve providing nutrition and hydration guidance, helping with exercises to improve strength and mobility, or taking part in crafts and hobbies with the older person. If you would like to have a positive impact on people in your community then this is the role for you. Your role will involve elements of lone working and building a relationship with those you visit, which is hugely rewarding for both you and the people you support. We also have opportunities available for people with specific skills, so please tell us what your strengths are when we meet.

Home from Hospital Volunteers are needed to provide a friendly and confidential service to people as they return home after being in hospital. Our volunteers offer one-to-one, short-term, practical support, which enables patients to return home with confidence when no other support is available. You might help with shopping, collecting prescriptions, going for short walks, or a ’run’ in the car, or just being there when people begin to do things for themselves. Your role will involve elements of lone working and building a relationship with those you visit, which is hugely rewarding for both you and the people you support. We also have opportunities available for people with specific skills, so please tell us what your strengths are when we meet.

Fife Community Advisory Council (FCAC) consists of members of the public who would like to advise on health research. You would work with research staff based at the University of St Andrews School of Medicine and NHS Fife, on a range of studies. We welcome anyone from any walk of life who would like to make healthcare better. We meet once every three to four months to discuss current projects, how the contribution from the public have helped so far, and a general catch up and coffee. The meetings are informal and friendly. We sometimes have a guest speaker or presentation. When based within the School of Medicine, vouchers for refreshments and tea/coffee are provided for the members.

The CHAS Craft Group was set up to bring together CHAS volunteers with a passion for crafting. Volunteers are based all over Scotland, from Aberdeenshire to the Borders and are involved in a variety of craft activities, from knitting to card-making. The group produces craft items to sell at stalls and events throughout the year to raise vital funds to support children with a life-shortening condition across Scotland. The Group Lead heads up the group of 10 and is responsible for organising and delivering group activities. This will include co-ordinating delivery of craft items to relevant events and organising monthly online catch-ups with members of the group. The Group Lead does not necessarily need to be a crafter but would be responsible for making arrangements to sell crafts All expenses for supplies will be reimbursed. They will be able to arrange for them to be supplied if this is easier for the volunteer.

Furniture Plus are looking for volunteers as Warehouse Assistants to help out in the showrooms at Dysart and Dunfermline. Being part of the team at Furniture Plus, we are very flexible and very rewarding. Lunch is provided at our cafe and all travel expenses are paid. There is also a monthly draw for a food hamper for all staff, placements and volunteers. Volunteering at Furniture Plus is a fantastic way to help people in your local community. There really is a volunteering opportunity for everyone. Volunteering teaches you useful new skills, communication, team work and also making you feel good.