Shopping and Medication Support

Volunteer role
Role title	Shopping and Medication Support
Purpose of the role	We are looking for friendly people to join us to volunteer to help our clients with their shopping and everyday errands. This role means supporting residents who are vulnerable, isolating, have complex health issues, have disabilities or mobility problems. This role is a vital to supporting some members of our community.
What you will be doing	General shopping for food and essentials and delivery to doorsteps. Collecting and delivering medications. Running errands, for example, posting a letter. You will be asked to give feedback about your support activity to the relevant Community Connector/VCP officer at reviews.
Skills, experience and qualities needed	Friendly and approachable Basic literacy and organisational skills Ability to use own initiative. Good listening and communication skills Understanding the importance of confidentiality Reliability Flexibility
When and where	As required and agreed.
Support offered	Induction Training – to include safeguarding and manual handling Access to welfare support and personal resilience
Benefits to volunteer	Opportunity to use initiative and make decisions that are right for your customer Be part of a team New friendships Become a great role model for your neighbourhood Training and induction
Other relevant information	No DBS required.
What to do if you’re interested	Register here.