Care in Gleadless Valley
Care in Gleadless Valley was set up in 2007 to for older residents living in the area. Our aim was to enhance their quality of life through volunteers who offer the kind of support a " good neighbour" might give. We also worked with other partners in the area to build new links and set up activities that were requested by the residents themselves.
The scheme was funded by the Neighbourhood Renewal Fund which has now come to an end. We are currently working with local partners to ensure that work with older people is well supported in Gleadless Valley.
We would still be pleased to hear from anybody in Gleadless Valley who would like to become a volunteer.
Volunteers can offer a range of assistance including:
- Regular or occasional friendly visiting (eg a regular cup of tea and a chat)
- Shopping when someone comes home from hospital or in an emergency
- Escorting to appointments
- Occasional sitting to give a career a break or time to attend an appointment
- Re arranging furniture to enable greater mobility
- Holidays checks-regular telephone calls/visits while a relative is away
All these services are free of charge
Volunteering
The heart and most important part of the scheme are the volunteers. We are delighted that people want to give their time and energy to do this work.
Like the people we help, our volunteers come from all sectors of the community.
Each volunteer undergoes a thorough recruitment procedure including a CRB check to enhanced level followed by an induction with a Coordinator.
All volunteers have ongoing support and can access further training.
Could you be a good neighbour and give some of your time on a regular or occasional basis? You could also be involved with helping set up new activities for older people in the area.
If you would like to know more about becoming a volunteer follow the "Volunteer Today" link on the right hand side of the page.
If you would like any further information please go to the "contact us" page.
