Organisation Name:
Aphasia Support
Organisation's Cause(s):
Carers
Disability Services
Location of voluntary activity:
Northallerton - venue TBC
Scarborough - venue TBC
When are volunteers needed: Tuesdays
Type of Voluntary Activity:
Befriending / Buddying
Role description:
Volunteers are the beating heart of Aphasia Support. Every single day, they make a life-changing difference to the people, families and communities we support.
As demand for our service grows, we're on the lookout for exceptional individuals to join our in-person volunteer team. Your time and skills will help people with aphasia to communicate with confidence, reconnect with their loved ones, and live life to the fullest.
As an Aphasia Café Volunteer, you’ll play a key part in creating a warm and welcoming space for people with aphasia and their loved ones. After receiving training from our expert team, you’ll travel to your local Aphasia Café to greet clients and help them feel at ease. Working alongside the Session Leader, you’ll provide friendly support with group activities designed to build confidence, encourage communication and strengthen connections. Every visit is an opportunity to make people feel included, supported and understood.
Skills and behaviours needed for the role:
Patience, friendliness and the ability to create a welcoming environment
Will there be a DBS check? Yes
Driving Licence required? No
Volunteer's own vehicle required? No
Suitable for:
Short term Volunteering
What will the volunteer gain/benefit from:
Volunteers can gain communication skills, knowledge about Aphasia Support's services, and experience working with someone with Aphasia
Ideal for students interested in becoming Speech and Language Therapists
How to get involved:
Please complete our volunteering form by following the link https://portal.aphasiasupport.org/volunteer-application
Web link: Click here
Closing date: 10-11-2025