Walks with Residents

Stiftung Unionhilfswerk Berlin - Team die freiwilligen im Unionhilfswerk

13156 Berlin, Berlin
Advanced German skills
Regularly
Approx. 1 h per week
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  • Seniors
  • Health Promotion
  • Sports & Leisure Activities

About the volunteering opportunity

At our nursing home, we’re looking for volunteers to accompany residents on walks around the neighborhood.

The walks include a 58-year-old resident with dementia and two 85-year-old female residents. In addition to getting some exercise, the main goal is to spend time together, chat, and keep the residents company.

Your Tasks

  • Accompaniment on walks around the neighborhood
  • Support and guidance during the walk
  • Conversations and interaction with residents
  • Paying attention to the residents’ needs during the walk

What's needed

For this volunteering opportunity, advanced German skills are required.
  • Advanced German language skills (C1/C2)
  • Good communication skills and a love of conversation
  • Empathy and patience when interacting with older adults
  • Reliability and a love of physical activity
  • Sensitivity when interacting with people with dementia

Time required

Regularly
Approx. 1 hour per week.
On weekdays, during the day
Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Important notice

The walks take place in the immediate vicinity of the nursing home.

Location

Stiftung Unionhilfswerk Berlin - Team die freiwilligen im Unionhilfswerk

We have been committed to helping people who need help for almost 80 years. We respond to people's abilities, needs and wishes and thus help young and old to help themselves. Get involved - as a volunteer!
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13156 Berlin, Berlin
Advanced German skills
Regularly
Approx. 1 h per week
Direct contact
Write message
13156 Berlin, Berlin
Advanced German skills
Regularly
Approx. 1 h per week
Direct contact
Write message