Carers Support Group Volunteer (WS)

Carers Support Group Volunteer (WS)

Organisation role
Viney Street, Taunton Deane, Taunton, TA1 3AY, United Kingdom
Older peoplePeople with disabilitiesCommunity & family

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Somerset Carers WS (Carers Support Service)
#27580
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Detailed description

"There are over 60,000 unpaid carers in Somerset supporting a loved one who is elderly, ill or disabled. Help make their life a little better! Somerset Carers Service is looking for friendly, approachable people to help make sure the local Carers Group runs smoothly. The groups give Carers the chance to take a much needed break, socialise and access the support they need. We are looking for volunteers to support Carers Support Groups in the West Somerset and Taunton Deane areas. The volunteer would be required to: - Meet and greet guests at the carers groups. - Keep the group talking - Make tea and coffee. - Have good listening skills. Volunteers are required to support the following groups: - The Minehead Carer Group Minehead Hospital, Mart Road, Luttrell Way, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 6DF 2nd Tuesday of the month. 10:30am-12:00 - The Dulverton Carer Group Exmoor Medical Centre, Oldberry House, Fishers Mead, Dulverton, Somerset, TA22 9EN 1st Tuesday of the month. 2pm-3:30pm" Talking to others,Listening Sessions are either weekly or monthly depending on the group you choose to support.

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About Somerset Carers WS (Carers Support Service)

"Somerset Carers is part of the Community Council for Somerset (CCS).

CCS supports people who live and work in Somerset communities through a range of diverse projects which bring together people who care about local community life in Somerset.

Somerset Carers is for those who regularly look after someone in a caring capacity. Caring for another person is very rewarding, but can be overwhelming and lonely at times. Somerset Carers supports Carers by offering advice and guidance.

Somerset Carers links individuals to groups & events in their area. It also finds facts and information that will help the person that is being cared for with their particular needs."