I f you are passionate about enabling people affected by dementia to share their experiences and be heard, then this could be just the role for you Dementia Voice activities enable people affected by dementia to have a voice. They do this by using their experiences to influence the work both of Alzheimer's Society and the health and social care environment on matters to improve the quality of their lives. You'll be offering appropriate practical support to individuals taking part in Dementia Voice activities and this may include accompanying a person affected by dementia, if required, to Dementia Voice activities (this may be by car, on foot or by public transport). You’ll support with administration tasks for activities and events for example, by making phone calls and will also engage with people affected by dementia to support the coordination of Dementia Voice events. We have two volunteering opportunities to support a group for people living with a dementia diagnosis once a month in Rotherham. Tasks will include helping to set the room up, providing refreshments and helping individuals' to fully participate in the discussion and activities. For further information please contact [email protected] or telephone 01709 580543. Interested? To apply for this role please click on the 'Apply' button at the bottom of the page. You’ll be great for the role if: You are passionate about enabling people affected by dementia to share their experiences You have an understanding of dementia and its impact on people and their needs You can demonstrate empathy, compassion and patience You are organised and have good communication skills, especially listening You are over the age of 18 If you find completing online applications difficult, please don't let this stop you from applyingplease call or email us and we can support you with the application process. You can contact the Volunteering Support Team by emailing [email protected] or call on 0300 222 5706 T his role will be subject to a satisfactory C riminal R ecords Check f rom either the Disclosure and Barring Service (England & Wa l es), Disclosure Scotland Check (Scotland) or AccessNI (Northern Ireland). If you require further information regarding Criminal Records Check, please contact [email protected] About You About Alzheimer's Society Dementia is the biggest health and social challenge of our time. There are currently estimated to be 900,000 people in the UK with dementia. Many are undiagnosed and facing the realities of their condition alone. At Alzheimer’s Society we’re working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives. We do this by giving help to those living with dementia today and providing hope for the future. We’re here for everyone living with dementia. As a Society, we are made up of people with dementia, carers, trusted experts, campaigners, researchers and clinicians. We are the UK’s largest collective force of people with unparalleled knowledge and over 40 years of experience addressing the biggest challenges facing people living with dementia. Our Values We are Determined to make a difference when and where it matters most, by being passionate, focussed and making a lasting impact for people affected by dementia. Every one of us is a Trusted expert, listening, learning and using evidence and experience. We are Better together by being open, combining our strengths, helping us to achieve more together. We are Compassionate, we are kind and honest, and we don’t shy away from challenges. Through our values we will make the greatest difference for people affected by dementia. Equal Opportunities We want everyone we work with, as a colleague, volunteer, supporter, or someone we support, to feel included and that they belong at Alzheimer's Society. We are committed to building a diverse organisation that represents the communities we serve and ensuring inclusion in everything we do. During your recruitment process we want to make sure that you bring your whole self and be at your best.