Yate downloading12/29/2023 We are for example working with agencies to identify people who may be socially isolated by virtue of a disability and in seeking ways to support people access our service. We welcome people who can use their own initiative and offer their own skills and ideas to contribute to the aims and objectives of the project. The role could also appeal to those interested in community sector involvement including raising the profile of our project and sharing ideas with other agencies in utilising both our own and other services more effectively. This overarching and eclectic nature of the role of committee member /Trustee may appeal to people from a social care perspective with an in interest of working as a member of a team as a committee member and with the Project Manager, the public, community and statutory other bodies. This should provide an overview of project through the work undertaken both at committee and operational level. Trustees may be needed to support the Project Manger to assist at the office when required or to assist undertake specific tasks. Meetings are normally held every 2 months. Our aim is to support people with physical disabilities and their carers to improve quality of life and reduce social isolation. We are seeking volunteers who are prepared to serve as committee members with a caring manner who may be interest in undertaking the role of Trustee or Chairperson. To find out more, contact the County Organiser, Su Mills by phone or email. Seeing the pleasure on visitors' faces and sharing your endeavours with others, whilst helping the NGS charities, has a huge 'feel good factor.' It's possible to volunteer in a small way by helping with serving teas, or you may even feel that your own garden could be enjoyed by others. You may feel you would like to become involved in this inspiring organisation. The huge benefits of gardens and gardening to health and well being are now well recognised. So why not go ahead and plan the gardens you would like to visit? ![]() On both you can search for gardens opening within the distance you are prepared to travel. In our area, Somerset, Bristol, South Gloucestershire and Bath there are almost 40 gardens to choose from, all described in the local 'Yellow book.' In South Gloucestershire 7 very different gardens open to visitors providing 'Great Gardens, Great Cakes!' Some will open for groups, at a time to suit you, 'By Arrangement'.ĭetails of all the gardens can be found on the National Garden Scheme website below, or you can download the smartphone app. The National Garden Scheme is proud to say that 80% of money raised through opening gardens goes to health charities. ![]() Interested in this opportunity? Please ask library staff for an application form to be returned to the librarian or for further information, please contact us by phone or email. You can be as flexible as you like in the pattern of hours you do, and at times that suit you. Volunteering is available at any time libraries are open. Supporting those who are applying for jobs, composing CVs, contacting the Council or using sites such as and Universal Jobs match. ![]() Especially encourage those who are afraid of IT, helping them make the most of the services on offer, particularly encouraging individuals to take advantage of online training resources such as.Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and customer care skills, are comfortable with people of all ages and backgrounds enjoy helping others and have patience.Have a general interest in online information sites hosted by the library and an ability to explore these with customers, such as Ancestry and online encyclopaedias.An ability to manage photos and music downloading, along with an awareness of social networking sites such as Facebook, would also be desirable. Are competent and confident users of computers, conversant with use of the Internet and email, and are familiar with Microsoft Office software.Quite often, especially with those new to IT, a more in-depth one-to-one approach is needed and this is where we see a role for computer volunteers. Library staff assist the public in using our facilities and when requested can signpost to further local help through our colleagues in the Council’s Community Learning Service, and through courses run by South Gloucestershire and Stroud College in many of our libraries. South Gloucestershire’s libraries provide free access to computers, the internet, email and online resources and free Wi-Fi access for all members of the public.
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