The Boroondara Volunteer Resource Centre is advertising this role on behalf of MannaCare.

Do you have the ability to sew by hand and would like to make a difference to the well-being of an older person?  You will need to be available on Mondays 10am-12noon.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Assist clients with early dementia to do some simple craft projects.
• (It is more about the process of making, not the end result!)
• All you need is 2 hours a week, on a Monday or Thursday afternoon, a positive attitude, patience, a love of art or craft and we teach you the rest!

Skills and Experience:

• Art or craft
• Patience
• Affinity with older people

Benefits:

• Make a difference to the well-being of an older person
• Experience working in a large organisation
• Gain new skills/make new contacts
• Improved feelings of self-worth as you help an older person