Help at Home Support

Help at Home Support

Organisation role · Flexible hours
Soham, Cambridgeshire, England, United Kingdom
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Care Network Cambridgeshire
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Contact person

Tina Oliver JordanAsk Tina a question

Summary

Providing short term practical & emotional support for Cambridgeshire residents over the age of 18, during a period of illness or difficulty at home.

Detailed description

Promote independence at home, prevent unnecessary admission to hospital, expedite hospital discharge by providing one off tasks and/or practical support over a period of 6-8 weeks. This can include but is not limited to:


  • Light shopping, collecting prescriptions, light housework;
  • Providing support and encouragement to help client regain confidence after hospital stay;
  • Ensuring that the client is warm and comfortable;
  • Advising the Coordinator if other agencies i.e. GPs are required;
  • Sharing information with clients to help them find enjoyable activities and useful services;
  • Feeding back to your coordinator details of any information given and passing on more complex enquiries.

What we will provide to volunteers

💸 Reimbursement of costs🤝 Extra support

Getting there

We will match you with local assignments which can be accessed by walking, cycling, public transport or by car, whichever you prefer.
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About Care Network Cambridgeshire

We’re a trusted local charity providing free short-term practical and emotional support, information, and guidance to anyone over 18 living in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough. A little help from you can make a big difference!