Volunteering
Association Visitor - Northern Ireland
Motor Neurone Disease Association
Voluntary with expenses
2.97
Roles available across all of Northern Ireland
Do you enjoy listening to and helping people? Are you looking for a volunteering role where you can do just that, and fits in around your family, studies or other commitments? By becoming an Association Visitor and donating your time, energy and skills, you can make a real difference to the lives of people affected by MND
What’s involved?
- Offer emotional support and provide information to people affected by MND
- Help people affected by MND make informed choices and access appropriate services / support
- Explain to people affected by MND how the MND Association can support them
- Record information following the MND Association guidelines and local protocols
- Develop and maintain relationships with our local branch or group
- Attend support and supervision meetings as well as development events
This role will suit me if I:
- Have good listening skills and am a good communicator
- Am able to develop and maintain supportive relationships with people affected by MND
- Am non-judgmental and respectful of diverse lifestyles
- Am prepared to increase my understanding of MND and its impact on families
- Understand the need for confidentiality and the importance of data protection
- Am able to assess when extra support is needed
What’s in it for me?
- Become part of a friendly and dedicated team
- Make a positive impact to the lives of people affected by MND
- Get access to a range of workshops and event
Closing Date
Saturday / 31 August 2024
12:00pm
12:00pm
Contact Details
Louise Hughes
Area Support Co-ordinator Northern Ireland
Francis Crick House,
6 Summerhouse Road, Moulton Park,
Northampton
NN3 6BJ
United Kingdom
louise.hughes@mndassociation.org
More Information
The MND Association was founded in 1979. Our mission is to improve care and support for people with MND, their families and carers. We also fund and promote research that leads to new understanding and treatments and brings us closer to a cure for MND. The Association also campaigns and raises awareness so the needs of people with MND, and everyone who cares for them, are recognised, and addressed by wider society