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Visiting volunteer/walker

Dignis • job opening nr. 1538

Interesting about this job

  • contact with the elderly.
  • You make an important contribution to the lives of our residents.
  • It gives satisfaction in your life when you see people enjoying an extra bit of attention.  

Job tasks and duties

If you have an hour of time once a week, connect easily and like to chat while  taking a walk around the neighbourhood, then we are looking for you.

Job skills and qualities

  • Have an affinity with elderly people with dementia.
  • Compatible, sociable, a friendly appearance and a healthy dose of humour are ingredients you'll need in this voluntary work.
  • You should also have some stamina and be flexible.
  • Some knowledge and experience of dealing with these residents is an advantage, but not a prerequisite.

Extra information

We are asking for a volunteer who can spare half an hour to an hour once or twice a week, at a time at your convenience.

One of our residents is asking for a buddy to walk with, preferably for an hour twice a week.

This is a friendly gentleman with some memory problems, who is good at walking, likes to go outside for a while and enjoys company.

Job information

Job type Volunteer Work
Services WA insurance, accident insurance, training, volunteer contract, expense allowance, travel expenses, Certificate of Good Conduct is required
Duration indefinite
Hours per week at least 1 hour, max 4 hours
Work hours of your own choosing? No
Location Verpleeghuis 't Blauwbörgje

Organisation address and information

Dignis
Henri Dunantlaan 20
9728 HD Groningen
Website: http://www.dignis.nl

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