Benefits Support Volunteer (Monday Afternoon)

For Dementia Support Hampshire & IOW

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Our Benefits Support Volunteers provide one-to-one assistance to people living with dementia and their carers, helping them complete applications for Attendance Allowance, Personal Independence Payment (PIP), Blue Badges and Council Tax discounts. We are looking for patient, empathetic and trustworthy individuals with good listening and communication skills, attention to detail, and confidence working with forms and confidential information. Volunteers will help people access the financial support they are entitled to, making a real difference to their independence, wellbeing and quality of life.

What skills do I need?

good listening and communication skills, attention to detail, and confidence working with forms and confidential information.

Interests

  • Disability
  • Health and Social Care
  • No specific interest
  • Older People

Activities

  • Administration and Office
  • Advice and Information
  • Business Skills
  • Supporting Charities

Details

  • Accessibility
  • Age restrictions
  • DBS check needed
    The charity will organise and pay for the DBS
  • Equal Opportunities Policy
  • Expenses reimbursed
    Pre-agreed expenses
  • Health and Safety Policy
  • Ongoing support
  • Recruitment Process
    Informal chat followed by a taster session
  • Suitable for under 16s
  • Suitable for under 18s
  • Training provided
    Onsite training
  • Volunteer induction
    Online induction - dementia awareness, safeguarding adults, health & safety
  • Volunteer Policy
  • Volunteers covered by insurance
  • Written role description

When can I volunteer?

Start Date: 11/08/2026

Slot Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Morning No No No No No No No
Afternoon Yes No No No No No No
Evening No No No No No No No

Availability Details

Every Monday afternoon 1.30pm-3.30pm (excluding bank holidays)

Location

St Michaels Church
Church Square
Basingstoke
Hampshire
RG21 7QW

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