Looking to volunteer in Honiton? And have fun doing it? Can you spare some time just every two months?
We support an enthusiastic man in his 50s in Honiton who would love for someone to get him out and about just 6 times a year. What you get up to is up to you, but some ideas might include:
- The cinema
- Going out for a walk
- Taking in a football or rugby match
- A cuppa in a café
- Out for lunch (he loves a curry)
but between you you might think of something else - he is an enthusiastic and friendly person and really is up for anything!
Your admission to matches, films etc. will be covered as a carer admission. Your travel expenses would also be reimbursed, both getting to his home and taking him out. In addition to this, there is an added budget for each visit and for Christmas and birthday gifts.
Any day of the week would be fine for a visit, but weekends are likely inconvenient.
Experience with learning disabilities is not needed for this role.
The Mencap Visiting Service was founded in 1963. It meant that the parents of a person with a learning disability could know that someone would in look in on them when they were no longer around. In this volunteer role, you will not only be providing a valuable social visit to this man, but also honouring the wishes of his parents.