Purpose of role:
Maryvale Community Project (MCP) is based in Kingstanding in the North of Birmingham since 2004. In response to a lack of support for older people in the local area we registered as a charity in 2011 and have continued to support older people by facilitating a telephone befriending service for the over 55’s to combat feelings of social isolation and loneliness.
The lunch club runs every Tuesday between 12:30-2:30 pm and provides a safe, warm, and friendly space where older people can meet and enjoy a two-course healthy meal along with light exercise, group games and musical entrainment. Volunteer Drivers need to be available on Tuesdays between the hours of 11am –12:30pm and 2:30pm-3:30pm to assist less mobile members to be able to attend the club.
As a volunteer you will:
- Collecting and returning members with mobility issues to and from their homes.
- Handling walking aids.
- You will need to be reliable and friendly.
In return we provide:
- Appropriate induction, training, and support from MCP’s Communities Outreach and Activities Coordinator and any other project staff.
- Meet new people and work in a friendly supportive environment.
- Valuable experience of volunteering that you can add to your CV.
Skills and experience:
- A willingness to work with older people.
- Active listening skills.
- Patient, reliable and friendly
- Some sensitivity to issues relating to vulnerable older people.
- Ability to respond calmly but quickly in an emergency.
- A sound understanding of confidentiality and boundaries.
Do I have to be Catholic to volunteer ?
How much time do I need to commit ?
No you don’t. We trust you to share our values of equal opportunities and respecting every individual, treating people with respect, dignity and kindness.
For more information about this role please contact below:
Volunteer Drivers need to be available on Tuesdays between the hours of 11am –12:30pm and 2:30pm-3:30pm to assist less mobile members to be able to attend the club. Although we do value the time you are willing to give us and will work with you to find a mutually agreed time.
