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Nameste Gardening Volunteer

For St Clare Hospice

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We are looking for a Dementia Friendly Gardening Volunteer who is willing to work and support those living with dementia at a weekly activity group.  3 hours per week every Thursday 09.30 – 12.30. All year round. Activities could include, potting, weeding, sweeping and keep a designated Dementia Friendly Gardening area tidy. Work with other community groups such as Men’s Shed and Arts and Crafts to produce items for people to take home or use as fundraising items.

What skills do I need?

An interest/understanding of people living with dementia – training will be provided

Clear and sensitive communication skills

You do not need a horticultural qualification but having some experience of maintaining a garden or allotment would be desirable

Reliable and happy to work in a team

Interests

  • Mental Health
  • Older People

Activities

  • Gardening

Details

  • Accessibility
  • Data Protection policy
  • DBS check required
  • Equal opportunities policy
  • Expenses reimbursed
  • Health and Safety Policy
  • Ongoing support
  • Suitable for under 18s
  • Training provided
  • Volunteer induction
  • Volunteer policy
  • Volunteers covered by insurance
  • Written role description

When can I volunteer?

Slot Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Morning No No No Yes No No No
Afternoon No No No No No No No
Evening No No No No No No No

Availability Details

9.30am til 12.30pm

Location

Hastingwood Road
Hastingwood
Essex
CM17 9JX

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