Pies and Pub - Near Truro

We support a 65-year-old year old gentleman just South of Truro who would like a volunteer to do just this. He enjoys quiet time at home and in the garden, or perhaps even a stroll to the shop or a pub. The care team who work with him at his home are highly qualified and know him well. They would make sure that you feel well supported in your role. If all else fails he can be bribed with a well placed pork pie!
This gentleman has complex learning disabilities, so experience related to this field would be helpful, but not essential. He does not use verbal speech, but will connect with you in other ways. This includes:

• Gestures


• Facial expressions


• Leading you to what he wants.
  
  A person with good communication skills


• Kind


• Patient


• Engaging


• Up for a challenge


• Passionate about supporting people with a learning disability.
  
  Relevant training


• Induction to the service and volunteer role


• A settling in period to make sure this is the right role for me


• To feel fully supported in your role


• Agreed out-of-pocket expenses to be reimbursed (e.g. travel)


• The opportunity to meet new people and be part of a diverse team


• The opportunity to learn new skills


• To feel appreciated and valued for my contribution


• Ongoing support from Volunteer Services Coordinator and Service Manager