Artists Companion, Volunteer Visitor, Brighton

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Are you a kind and patient person? Can you spare some time just 6 times a year to visit a person with a learning disability? We support a 74-year-old year old gentleman in Brighton who would like a volunteer to join him either in his home or in his community. He is someone with a passion for arts, painting and drawing. He enjoys getting out and about in his community and is part of a local arts group. If you have a car he would love to go further afield with you but staying very local and using public transport is fine by him. This gentleman has a learning disability. He is supported by a lovely and professional care team throughout the week.

You would need to be: A person with good communication skills kind, patient, engaging and passionate about supporting people with a learning disability. Does this describe you? If so, please get in touch.

The Mencap Visiting Service was founded in 1963. It meant that the parents of a person with a learning disability could know that someone would look in on them when they were no longer around. In this volunteer role, you will not only be providing a valuable social visit to this man, but also honouring the wishes of his parents.

ABOUT THIS SERVICE

We offer a lifelong befriending service for people with learning disabilities. Matching the skills and interests of passionate visitors with the specific hobbies and interests of individual people with a learning disability. Our visitors visit six times a year to create a one-to-one connection, offer companionship, encourage people to do the things they enjoy and check-in on their wellbeing. In many cases, our visitor is the only person in someone's life who isn't paid to be there for them.

To apply, do one of the following: Click on apply to create a new profile or login, then fill out the short application form or Click on additional information to download an expression of interest form and email it to:

If you have any questions then please do not hesitate to get in touch with Kalle.

Benefits

• Relevant training
• Induction to the service and volunteer role
• A settling in period to make sure this is the right role for you
• Being 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
• Feeling appreciated and valued for your contribution
• Ongoing support from your Volunteer Services Coordinator and Service Manager

About Mencap

At Mencap, we want to see a world where people with a learning disability are valued equally, listened to and included. We are determined to achieve this by changing attitudes, providing services and influencing those who can help us change the lives of people with a learning disability.

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.