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You will spend time with a gentleman with a learning disability, visiting him 6 times a year.

He is in his 60’s and lives in a nice care home in Reigate. He loves cars and collects vintage toy cars. He also likes listening to musical, watching movies or looking at things on his iPad. He enjoys going to the local cafe and park to enjoy a coffee, something you can join him to do in time. He is very quiet and reserved and does not communicate verbally, but would really appreciate spending some time with a friendly visitor.

You will spend each visit getting to know him and joining in with his favourite activities. By visiting every other month, you will make a huge difference and fulfil his parents wishes.

You will be introduced and get to know him with the support of Mencap staff.

When & where do I need to be available?

The times required can be flexible to your availability. Try to avoid just after lunch times, as like most people he enjoys a nap! Visits are every 2 months.

Visits will last around 1-1.5 hours.

You will make 6 visits per year, and we ask for a minimum commitment of 1 year.

This person lives in Reigate. Before applying please Check your journey to make sure it's practical for you.

As a Mencap Visiting Volunteer you will be:

18 or over
Friendly and approachable
Reliable and patient
Able to use initiative
Accepting of others who might be different to yourself
Have good communication and listening skills

Mencap are strongly encouraging all our colleagues to have the Covid-19 vaccine as a way to help protect each other and the people we support. This is becoming increasingly important as evidence is starting to grow that the vaccine could help stop the spread of the virus, as well as protecting the person vaccinated from getting very ill. In addition, you may be asked to take a lateral flow test or wear PPE when you volunteer.

For more information contact [email protected] or click on the apply button

We look forward to hearing from you

Benefits

As a Mencap volunteer you will receive:

Personalised training and induction
To feel fully supported in your role
Agreed out-of-pocket expenses to be reimbursed (e.g. travel, a meal out with the person you visit)
Meet new people
Learn new skills
Feel appreciated and valued
You will be making a difference!

About Mencap

1.5 million people in the UK have a learning disability. We have an ambitious vision for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with a learning disability to live happy and healthy lives.

For more information about what a learning disability is click here

Volunteering with Mencap is YOUR opportunity to help us achieve this, whilst having the chance to develop your skills, meet new people and join a passionate and dedicated team.

The Mencap visiting service (MVS) was launched in 1963 as a befriending service to adults with a learning disability after their parents pass away.

We currently support over 300 people of all ages across the England and Wales.

MVS volunteers reduce social isolation, expand networks and build friendships.

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