Blind Veterans UK
Blind Veterans UK
12 Sep 2024 ·

Blind Veterans UK - Home Visitor (Hexham)

A quick visit from a friendly volunteer can really brighten the day of the blind veterans. Can you pop by for a cuppa and a chat?


Skills:
Age: 18 - 90
When: Weekdays And Flexible
Where: Remote

We are committed to supporting our blind veterans no matter where they are. Our home visitors provide crucial social interaction for our veterans who can often feel isolated or lonely.

By popping by once a week or fortnight to see a veteran in their area, home visitors are a friendly face that can make all the difference to our veterans. A visit could be a simple chat and a cup of tea, helping out with odd jobs around the home that can otherwise be a struggle for our veterans to complete or getting out and about in the local area. You will never be asked to do any personal care.

Although you will be working in the community independently, your manager is only a phone call away and there is a network of other volunteers for you to link in with too. Volunteers must be over the age of 18 years and understand the importance of confidentiality and relationship boundaries. The role can be flexible around your other commitments, but we ask that you are reliable and punctual for our veterans. You will be fully trained and supported so you feel comfortable and confident in your volunteering.


What is next?

Please visit www.blindveterans.org.uk/volunteering and complete the application form for the volunteering role. Once you have completed your application form, your local Volunteer Coordinator will be in touch to discuss the next steps.