Organisation Name:
Age UK York
Organisation's Cause(s):
Animals
Older Adults
Location of voluntary activity:
Various in York.
When are volunteers needed: Various days and times.
Type of Voluntary Activity:
Volunteering with Animals
Volunteering with Older Adults
Role description:
Role purpose
Keep Your Pet volunteers support vulnerable adults and older pet owners to care for their animals, in the short and long term, when they are unable to do so.
Tasks and activities
• Feeding pets.
• Walking dogs.
• Fostering animals (additional checks and training required).
• Taking pets to the vet.
• Assisting clients to walk their dogs.
• Where required, staying with client for a chat.
• Shopping for pet essentials, such as pet food and animal medication.
• Monitor the wellbeing of the pet owner and feedback any concerns.
• Notify the manager of any changes or concerns regarding the pet.
Skills and behaviours needed for the role:
Personal qualities and experience
In addition to an interest in animals, volunteers in this service share our aim to support vulnerable adults or older pet owners to keep their pets, when circumstances make this a challenge. Some understanding of the issues facing older people is desirable. Reliability is essential. Good listening and communication skills are important, as volunteers discuss the animal’s requirements with staff and clients, and issues of concern are fed back. Volunteers must be willing to work within the boundaries of the role profile and Age UK York policies and procedures. Volunteers must always follow confidentiality policies.
Will there be a DBS check? Yes
Driving Licence required? No
Volunteer's own vehicle required? No
Suitable for:
Ongoing Volunteering
What will the volunteer gain/benefit from:
In return, as an Age UK York Volunteer, you will have the opportunity to:
• Support vulnerable adults and older people to keep their pets during difficult times.
• Be part of a friendly and supportive team.
How to get involved:
Please refer to our website, email volunteering@ageukyork.org.uk or telephone 01904 933611/01904 627995.
Web link: Click here
Closing date: 01-01-2027