What Volunteers Do (and Don’t Do)
What You May Do
- Offer companionship and conversation
- Support engagement in simple activities
- Assist in group sessions or programmes
- Help create a calm, welcoming environment
- Support families and events (as trained)
What You Won’t Do
- Provide medical or personal care
- Be left alone without guidance
- Be expected to “fix” behaviour
- Replace professional caregivers
Volunteering here is supported, supervised, and structured.
What You’ll Gain as a Volunteer
Volunteers often share that they gain:
- A deeper understanding of dementia
- Stronger empathy and listening skills
- Perspective on aging, care, and community
- Confidence working with vulnerable populations
- A sense of purpose and connection
Many volunteers say this experience changes how they see people—and themselves.
Training & Support for Volunteers
All volunteers receive:
- Dementia awareness orientation
- Clear role expectations
- Ongoing guidance and supervision
- A safe space to ask questions and reflect
You are never expected to “just know what to do.” We learn together.