Bridgwater, Somerset, England, United Kingdom
Community & family People with disabilities Older people
Summary
Lead a monthly meeting for those who care for their family or friends for Bridgwater.
Detailed Description
Carers Groups give unpaid carers of friends and family the opportunity to take a much needed break, socialise with other carers, share experiences, laugh, cry and find out how to access local information, resources, and other sources of support.
We need a volunteer to lead our Bridgwater Group; date and time to be agreed.
Key Responsibilities
* Welcoming Carers as they arrive, helping new attendees feel safe and valued.
* Working with Somerset Carers Service to organise speakers, information sharing, and peer support.
* Undertaking online training and face-to-face occasional meetings.
* Working with a range of volunteers to deliver an agenda agreed by the attendees, yourself, and Somerset Carers Service.
* Encourage empathy and mutual support, developing a nurturing confidential environment.
* Helping people make friends and share experiences.
* Awareness of caring for friends and family and the support available.
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