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We are seeking a kind, patient and reliable volunteer to support a visually impaired lady with her monthly grocery shopping. The volunteer will meet the client at her home in Clarkston and accompany her to The Avenue Shopping Centre, Newton Mearns, where she shops at Asda and Marks & Spencer for gluten-free food items.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys supporting others, has attention to detail and is confident communicating clearly and calmly.
Key responsibilities:
- Collect the person from her home in Clarkston once per month
- Travel together to The Avenue Shopping Centre, Newton Mearns
- Assist with grocery shopping at Asda and M&S, with a focus on gluten-free products
- Clearly read and explain food labels, ingredients and packaging
- Help locate and select the correct items as directed by the person
- Assist with carrying shopping
- Ensure the person feels safe, supported and respected throughout the outing
- Return the person home after shopping is completed
Volunteer skills and experience:
- Kind, patient and dependable
- Comfortable supporting someone with a visual impairment
- Able to clearly read and interpret food labels and packaging
- Good communication skills
- Volunteer with access to a car preferred, but volunteers confident using public transport and carrying shopping will also be considered
- Flexible and supportive approach
- Minimum age 18
Volunteer training:
- The Volunteer will receive continuous support from the Volunteer Co-ordinator, which includes one-on-one meetings and regular communication via email and telephone
This is a great opportunity for volunteers to learn new skills and build their confidence.
Volunteers are encouraged to voice any concerns they may have with the Volunteer Co-ordinator regarding the support they provide.
PVG membership required.
Travel details
Clarkston to Newton Mearns.
Restrictions
Minimum age: 18
Volunteers (aged 18-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
Find out more
Please fill out this form to register your interest in the opportunity Shopping Volunteer with Voluntary Action East Renfrewshire SCIO
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Your details and message will be sent to:
Sacha Thompson, Voluntary Action East Renfrewshire SCIO
Sacha Thompson, Voluntary Action East Renfrewshire SCIO
Email address: sacha.thompson@va-er.org.uk
Phone number: 0141 876 9555
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