As a Side by Side Volunteer befriender you will be paired with a person living with Dementia according to shared interests. You are then supported by the Side by Side Coordinator to meet on a weekly/fortnightly basis to take part in an activity of your choice, for example going for a walk, coffee and a slice of cake, trip to a local gallery or a catch up at home.
You will be providing companionship to a person living with dementia, supporting them to retain hobbies and feel part of the community.
Worried your knowledge of dementia is not enough? Don’t worry – we will provide you with online learning modules to give you the skills needed to complete the role. You will also be supported by the Side by Side Coordinator throughout.
For this role, we will require 2 references and a DBS check.
There are 4,500 people living with dementia in Bristol – if you are determined to make a difference sign up today to be a Side by Side volunteer.