Haven House Children's Hospice
Location: The White House , High Road , Woodford Green, IG8 9LB (see map)
Travel: Chingford Lane bus stop.
Start date: Ongoing
What will I be doing?
- Helping to set up the event.
- Registering and welcoming buddies on arrival and taking any necessary forms.
- Collating evaluation forms and clearing up after events.
- Helping with mealtimes and other buddies’ needs.
- Participating and assisting in the event itself.
What impact will this have?
- By volunteering with us you will be helping Haven House to provide support and activities to more families and young people.
- By volunteering with us you can help us raise awareness and the profile of the charity.
- By volunteering with us you are helping the buddies enjoy some fun activities with other young people. We could not put on as many activities without the support of volunteers.
When are you needed?
Options available:| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | Monday morning slot is available | Tuesday morning slot is available | Wednesday morning slot is available | Thursday morning slot is available | Friday morning slot is available | Saturday morning slot is not available | Sunday morning slot is not available |
| Afternoon | Monday afternoon slot is available | Tuesday afternoon slot is available | Wednesday afternoon slot is available | Thursday afternoon slot is available | Friday afternoon slot is available | Saturday afternoon slot is not available | Sunday afternoon slot is not available |
| Evening | Monday evening slot is not available | Tuesday evening slot is not available | Wednesday evening slot is not available | Thursday evening slot is not available | Friday evening slot is not available | Saturday evening slot is not available | Sunday evening slot is not available |
Commitment
- We provide regular support groups and activity sessions for siblings to meet other brothers and sisters of children with life-limiting illnesses or those who have experienced bereavement. The service is hosted in a variety of settings including our Buddies hut in the grounds or trips off site. The groups are often divided between juniors (aged 5-11) and teens (12-18). For both groups it is an opportunity to have fun together and enjoy activities and outings.
- Brothers and sisters of a child who uses or has used our services are eligible to receive sibling support from the Buddies group. We require volunteers to come and assist at these activities, working alongside our buddies’ co-ordinator. Much of the role involves taking care of the needs of the children while they are at an event and also joining in and assisting with the activity. These take place in the school holidays , usually at least one activity per holiday. Staff are always on had these events to provide any emotional support to any young people who may need this on the day.
Expenses
- Pre- agreed travel expenses up to £5
Background checks
- A DBS check is required
About the organisation:
Additional Information
What skills will be useful?
- Interpersonal
- Caring
- Listening
- Teaching
- Team working
- Youth work
- Experience of working/volunteering with children is needed for this role
What skills can I gain?
- Charity
- Events
- Interpersonal
- Caring
- Listening
- Teaching
- Team working
- Youth work
Training
- Volunteers will need to undergo data protection and safeguarding training online.
- Volunteers will be offered a two hour general induction at the hospice.
- Volunteers will attend the first activity with some experienced staff and volunteers to help them find their feet.
Location
The White House , High Road , Woodford Green, IG8 9LB