Wellbeing in Nature Volunteer at Stanley's Garden, Worle

Alive is an award-winning charity dedicated to improving the quality of life of older people. We envision a world where older people live lives full of joy, meaning and connection.

Role title: Session Support Volunteer

Location:

Lawrence Rd, BS22 6TU, Worle, Weston-super-Mare

Time:

Sessions take place on Tuesdays

10:15 - 12:15

Wellbeing in Nature Session at Stanley’s Garden

Lawrence Rd, BS22 6TU, Worle, Weston-super-Mare

The AM sessions will be aimed at people living in the community who are over 55 and have a diagnosis of dementia or experience mild cognitive decline.

1:45 - 4:15

Wellbeing in Nature Session at Stanley’s Garden

Lawrence Rd, BS22 6TU, Worle, Weston-super-Mare

The PM sessions are aimed at older adults living in the community experiencing mental health issues, loneliness and isolation.

Purpose of the role: Supporting older participants and those living with dementia to engage with nature-based and reflective activities and each other during ‘Wellbeing in Nature’ sessions at Stanley's Garden, Worle

What you will be doing:

• Helping set up resources and materials for activities
• Supporting participants socially and with nature-based activities
• Passing on any queries or issues to project leaders
• Helping us create a warm, welcoming atmosphere
• Focus lies on improving participants’ wellbeing
• Helping pack away at the end of a session

What you could get out of it:

• The good feeling of making someone’s day better
• Connecting with the local community and meeting other like-minded volunteers
• Learning/improving your gardening and social skills and learning more about the connection between nature and wellbeing
• Learning more about dementia and other illnesses and disabilities
• Experiencing the benefits of mindfully spending time in nature
• Exercise and spending time outside
• A sense of pride from helping to make a difference
• A reference or job experience