Henshaws at Home Supporter

Where: A private home in the local area

When: Date/ time to be agreed between yourself and the Henshaws service user

Commitment: At least two hours a fortnight

Purpose: To enable a visually impaired person to achieve maximum independence

Activities:

• Supporting the client in various aspects of everyday life such as:
• Dealing with correspondence (e.g. letter writing and bill paying)
• Arranging social activities
• Escorting to and assisting at events (social and medical)
• Generally providing a friendly, emotionally supportive presence

Skills/ Requirements:

• Caring, friendly nature & ability to listen
• Practical and organised with good time management
• Ability to write a short report for each visit

Benefits:

• Training and acquiring new skills
• Opportunities to make new friends
• Have fun doing something new whilst helping someone
• Increased job and career prospects (gaining valuable experience)

Supervision / Support:

Monthly contact with ‘Henshaws at Home’ manager

To apply for this role or for more information, please contact us on 0161 872 1234 or email manchester@henshaws.org.uk