Living Well Activities coordinator volunteer

Our Living Well service provides a positive, active space for practical care and social support for patients coping with life-limiting illnesses.

This role involves researching, planning and booking a varied range of interesting activities for our Living Well patients. This may include choirs, speakers and other local activity groups. These activities enhance the experience of our patients and contributes to their overall wellbeing.

Main tasks

·      work with the nursing team and patients and families to discuss and plan appropriate activities 

·      research and contact local speakers and groups that would be willing to visit Grove House either as a one off or for a series of sessions 

·      maintain a spreadsheet of contacts  

·      maintain good relationships with local organisations and speakers for future activities 

·      liaise with the fundraising team to ensure they are also building links with these organisations and individuals 

·      book the activities, coordinating with the Living Well team 

What are we looking for?

 ·      18 years +

·      Has access to IT and internet from home

·      Someone who is able to think creatively and ‘out of the box’ for activities to stimulate and enhance the experience of our patients with life limiting illnesses 

·      You will need a friendly and approachable manner with good telephone and communication skills 

·      Good IT and internet research skills 

·      The ability to use your own initiative to research and contact interesting speakers and groups

·      Someone who is reliable and flexible