Age UK is the country's largest charity dedicated to helping everyone make the most of later life.
The over-60s is the fastest-growing group in society and there are more of us than ever before.
Ageing is not an illness, but it can be challenging. At Age UK we provide services and support at a national and local level to inspire, enable and support older people.
We stand up and speak for all those who have reached later life, and also protect the long-term interests of future generations.
Personal Support Mentor Project aims to improve a person’s quality of life through identification of goals and motivation with your coordinator and helping to perform said tasks with the person.
VOLUNTEER ROLE |
Personal Support Mentor (PSM) |
Overall Role: The PSM’s role is a flexible role where the volunteer has the chance to be a part of a process to aid someone in achieving their goals and improve quality of life, with the coordinator.
Key responsibilities:
Persons Specifications:
The volunteers for the Personal Support Mentor Scheme should have the following key skills and qualities:
Responsible to:
Coordinator
Previous Experience
No specific previous experience or qualifications are required however the potential volunteer will need to be able to demonstrate:
The PSM Project is a community based project with Age UK Bradford and District.
Minimum commitment level: Once a week
Start Date: 29-09-2017
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