Community Taskforce support will be delivered to people throughout East Lothian. Tasks will be delivered to people who are unable to leave their own home and may include;
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Providing support with collection and delivery of small amounts of groceries.
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Help with collection of prescriptions from a pharmacy.
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Assisting with minor errands as necessary or collection/ delivery of goods.
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Tidying gardens, putting out bins or recycling.
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Walking dogs.
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Help to manage anxieties caused by a reduction in visitors.
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Wellbeing phonecalls.
Required Skills and Expertise: Essential qualities for this role are a warm, friendly and welcoming manner; good communication and patience.
Travel details: Wherever possible Community Taskforce support will be delivered within walking or cycling distance. Some tasks may require driving and will be allocated only to volunteers who have access to a vehicle.
Age range: 17. – 100
Expenses Paid: Yes
Please follow this link to apply; https://www.volunteereastlothian.org.uk/community-taskforce-volunteer-form
