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Visiting volunteer/walker

Urgent
Dignis • job opening nr. 1538

Interesting about this job

  • contact with the elderly.
  • You make an important contribution to the lives of our residents.
  • It gives satisfaction in your life when you see people enjoying an extra bit of attention.  

Job tasks and duties

If you have an hour of time once a week, connect easily and like to chat while  taking a walk around the neighbourhood, then we are looking for you.

Job skills and qualities

  • Have an affinity with elderly people with dementia.
  • Compatible, sociable, a friendly appearance and a healthy dose of humour are ingredients you'll need in this voluntary work.
  • You should also have some stamina and be flexible.
  • Some knowledge and experience of dealing with these residents is an advantage, but not a prerequisite.

Extra information

We are asking for a volunteer who can spare half an hour to an hour once or twice a week, at a time at your convenience.

One of our residents is asking for a buddy to walk with, preferably for an hour twice a week.

This is a friendly gentleman with some memory problems, who is good at walking, likes to go outside for a while and enjoys company.

Job information

Job type Volunteer Work
Services WA insurance, accident insurance, training, volunteer contract, expense allowance, travel expenses, Certificate of Good Conduct is required
Duration 3 to 6 months
Hours per week at least 1 hour, max 4 hours
Work hours of your own choosing? Yes
Location Verpleeghuis 't Blauwbörgje

Organisation address and information

Dignis
Henri Dunantlaan 20
9728 HD Groningen
Website: http://www.dignis.nl

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