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G61.G62 (Bearsden & Milngavie) Community Response Volunteer

  • G61.G62 Community Response
  • VO83649
  • Home-based volunteering

Description

During the COVID19 pandemic, the role of Volunteers within our community was vitally important.
It is recognised that support is still required after the Pandemic so the Community Response organisations will still be available to provide support in the community. Opportunities exist to help with shopping, driving to appointments, light gardening, check-in calls and collecting prescriptions for those who struggle to get out and about. There are many activities you can get involved in to help make a difference in your local community. in Bearsden & Milngavie PPE will be supplied if required

Organisation aims and objectives

To support vulnerable people in the community through volunteering

Availability

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Morning
Afternoon
Evening

Restrictions

Experience required: Clean driving license would be advantageous but not essential. A PVG will be required but the organisation will help with that. Also a willingness to be compassionate, to follow current health guidelines and be reliable.
Travel details: Bearsden & Milngavie Areas. Please only apply if you live in the G61 or G62 areas
Minimum age: 16

Support

Expenses paid: Yes
Taster available: Yes

Last updated 2 months ago

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