Singing for the Brain Support Volunteer - Redditch

Alzheimer's Society; Redditch; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Alzheimer's Society seeks a passionate volunteer for their Singing for the Brain sessions in Redditch. This role involves supporting individuals with dementia through music, encouraging participation, and assisting facilitators in a supportive environment. Ideal for those looking to make a meaningful impact.

Qualifications

• Interest in developing meaningful relationships.
• Willingness to help people with dementia through music.
• Ability to navigate online platforms with confidence.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and chat with participants, helping them feel at ease.
• Encourage participation and support the session facilitator.
• Assist during either online or in-person sessions.

Skills

Compassion

Enthusiasm

Listening

Job description

About The Role

Our Singing for the Brain sessions offer people affected by dementia a chance to enjoy a fun activity within a supportive environment, and we need your help to make this happen!

Singing for the Brain is a structured group session, designed around the principles of music therapy and singing, for people with dementia, who may attend alone or with a carer. These uplifting sessions provide an enjoyable activity and the opportunity to socialise with others affected by dementia.

As a Singing for the Brain Support Volunteer, you’ll welcome and chat with people with dementia, helping them feel at ease. During the session, you’ll encourage participation and support the session facilitator with activities, either online or in person.

The group meets on Tuesdays from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon (30 weeks a year). Dates will be shared at interview.
Location: Windmill Community Centre, Rye Grass Lane, Redditch B97 5Y

You’ll be great for this role if:

• Have an interest in developing meaningful relationships and making a real difference.
• Want to help people with dementia find their voice through music in a rewarding role.
• Are fun and enthusiastic.
• Can listen with compassion.
• If supporting virtual sessions, can navigate online platforms and use Zoom confidently.
• Experience of dementia is not essential, nor is the ability to sing!

If completing online applications is difficult, please contact us via email or phone for support. Reach the Volunteering Support Team at [e-mail] or call 0300 222 5706.

Minimum age: 16

About Alzheimer's Society

Alzheimer’s Society is here for everyone affected by dementia. By 2025, an estimated 1 million people in the UK will be living with dementia, impacting many carers, families, and friends.

Dementia is complex, and while there’s no cure yet, we aim to transform lives today through:

• Providing flexible support services for advice, guidance, and a safe space.
• Driving research and influencing change for breakthroughs that improve lives now and in the future.

Our Values

• Determined to make a difference: We are passionate, focused, and committed to creating a lasting impact.
• Trusted expert: We listen, learn, and base our actions on experience and evidence.
• Better together: We value collaboration and collective strength.
• Compassionate: We are kind, honest, and courageous in facing challenges.

Equal Opportunities

Alzheimer’s Society is committed to diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. We strive to create a barrier-free, inclusive recruitment process and will make reasonable adjustments for those with disabilities or long-term conditions.