Every other Thursday 10-12 at Burnholme Social Club, 12 Burnholme Avenue, York, YO31 0LL
Every week Monday morning 10-12 at St James the Deacon, 2 Sherringham Drive, York, YO24 2SE
If you are a confident singer and would like to use this skill to make a difference to people living with dementia, then we’d love to hear from you
Singing for the Brain is a structured group session, designed around the principles of music therapy and singing for people with dementia, who may attend alone or with a carer. These uplifting sessions offer the people attending an enjoyable activity, as well as the chance to socialise with other people affected by dementia.
As a Singing for the Brain Facilitator Volunteer, you’ll utilise your musical knowledge and singing skills to support the facilitation and delivery of a programme of songs, musical activities, and physical movements, ensuring sessions are flexible and responsive to the needs and interests of the people attending. You will be instrumental in creating a fun and relaxed atmosphere where people feel supported and safe to engage with the activities, either online or in person.
Interested? To apply for this role please click on the 'Apply' button at the bottom of the page.
For more information please contact [email protected]
You’ll be great for the role if:
- Have good verbal communication and facilitation skills.
- Have good music knowledge and are able to facilitate a range of songs and musical activities.
- Enjoy meeting people and being part of a team.
- If you are facilitating our virtual sessions, you will need to be able to navigate effectively online and be able to use Zoom with confidence.
- Can demonstrate empathy and compassion.
Minimum age 18.
If you find completing online applications difficult, please don't let this stop you from applying....please call or email us and we can support you with the application process. You can contact the Volunteering Recruitment Team by emailing [email protected] or call on 0300 222 5706
This role will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal Records Check from either the Disclosure and Barring Service (England & Wales), Disclosure Scotland Check (Scotland) or AccessNI (Northern Ireland). If you require further information regarding Criminal Records Check, please contact
[email protected]
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