Volunteering Opportunity: Friendship House Activities Volunteer with Health & Independent Living Support

Are you a kind and caring person? Are you looking to give back to your community? Why not volunteer at Friendship House?

If you are a caring and outgoing person, we need you! Friendship House is a welcoming, inclusive community hub for older and disabled adults living in Hatfield and the surrounding areas. We run a range of activities every day, such as crafts, games, singing, quizzes, and we offer a hot two-course lunch as well. We are looking for more volunteers to help us with the smooth running of the activities in the hubs.

Opportunity Type: Long-term Commitment

District: St Albans, Welwyn/Hatfield

Location: Indoor

Time of day: Weekday Mornings, Weekday Afternoons

Practical Considerations: This is a wonderful opportunity to make a difference and give back to the local community.

A free hot meal and drink will be provided + complimentary tea/coffee and biscuits.

Requirements: Will require a criminal record check (DBS)

Suitable for: 18 – 25 year olds, Aged 26 and over, University students, Older People

Suitable for volunteers interested in: Health and Wellbeing, Social Activities, Voluntary & Community Action

Does this opportunity provide wheelchair access?: Yes

Full Description:
Responsibilities:

• Prepare the room in the morning for any of the days activities

• Greet clients upon arrival

• Prepare teas and coffees, water, and squash, throughout the day

• Serve food and drink choices during lunch hours

• Clean and sanitise areas

• Assist with games and quizzes throughout the day

• De-brief with the Activities Co-ordinator at the beginning and end of the day

• Engage with clients throughout the day

We are particularly looking for volunteers who have the following attributes:

Enthusiasm; motivation; a desire to learn; experience working with elderly people (desirable not essential); active listening skills; reliability and punctuality; a non-judgmental outlook.