Mid Cornwall Branch - lead for Wadebridge drop in

The mid Cornwall Branch of Parkinson's UK runs various activities across the mid Cornwall area including a monthly drop-in in Wadebridge. This provides vital support to so many people in the local area who are affected by Parkinson's. We need volunteers to take on responsibility for running the group and to join our great team of volunteers. 

In Wadebridge, the Mid Cornwall Branch's drop-in is a core part of the local Parkinson's community. Joining as a branch volunteer means you will be too - meeting new people and building new relationships.

You could be putting the kettle on, to give a warm welcome to new group attendees, or making sure the group activities run smoothly - and all activities are open to you too.

Local groups across the UK are run by volunteers and offer friendship and support to people living with Parkinson's and their families and friends. The friendly faces and warm welcome provided by branch volunteers means attendees get the most from the group, with the activities on offer running smoothly.

What you will be doing

• Attend and lead regular group meetings
• Core to group meetings, you'll help set up the venue, offering a warm welcome to all attendees
• Getting involved in the activities the group offers - joining in to get the most out of these for you too
• Arrange engaging speakers and entertainment for the group, when appropriate
• Assist with fundraising events, and be responsible for a small petty cash float when necessary
• Update the branch committee on the sub-group meetings and activities

The skills you need

• Good communication skills
• Supportive; able to listen to the needs of people with Parkinson's, and reflect these to the group to shape the support provided
• Honest; you'll know when to ask for help, or when tasks might be seen as less important, and able to share that with Parkinson's UK and your group

What's in it for you

• You'll make new friends and meet new people, both in the branch and in the local community
• You'll be making a real difference for people affected by Parkinson's in your community
• Developing valuable organisational and people skills
• You'll be part of a movement of people improving the lives of people affected by Parkinson's
• You'll be able to take part in the activities of the