Individual support wanted: Support for Mr. P.
Stiftung Unionhilfswerk Berlin - Team die freiwilligen im Unionhilfswerk
Mitte, 10117 Berlin, Berlin
Advanced German skills
Regularly
Discussed individually
- Seniors
- Sports & Leisure Activities
About the volunteering opportunity
We are looking for a committed volunteer for regular visits for Mr. P., a 69-year-old resident of our residential community for older people. Mr. P. is still relatively mentally fit, very communicative and has a background in construction. He has recently moved into our shared apartment and would be happy to have someone to talk to on a regular basis.
Your commitment can make a big difference to Mr. P's wellbeing and quality of life by providing him with regular entertainment and companionship.
Thank you in advance for your valuable support!
Thank you in advance for your valuable support!
Your Tasks
- Regular visits to Mr. P. for stimulating conversations and exchanges about his experiences in the construction industry and other topics.
- Empathetic companionship and entertainment tailored to his interests and needs.
- Support in giving him a sense of community and belonging.
What's needed
For this volunteering opportunity, advanced German skills are required.
- you will need intermediate knowledge (B1) of German for this volunteering opportunity.
- Empathy and sensitivity in dealing with people who have had a turbulent life story.
- Reliability and regular availability for visits, ideally by a male volunteer.
Time required
Regularly
Discussed individually
On weekdays, during the day
1h or 2h/week.
Also possible on weekends.
Regular visits to Mr. P. in the mornings between 10:00 am and 12:00 pm and in the afternoons between 02:00 pm and 06:00 pm.
The exact time of the visit can be arranged individually with Mr. P. in order to meet his needs.
Also possible on weekends.
Regular visits to Mr. P. in the mornings between 10:00 am and 12:00 pm and in the afternoons between 02:00 pm and 06:00 pm.
The exact time of the visit can be arranged individually with Mr. P. in order to meet his needs.
Important notice
Read about the commitment in our shared flats for older people: "You like to eat dough at any age" - volunteers bake and do handicrafts with people with dementia | Wegbegleiter (unionhilfswerk.de)
Where?
Stiftung Unionhilfswerk Berlin - Team die freiwilligen im Unionhilfswerk
Since 1946, the UNIONHILFSWERK has been providing social aid out of Christian responsibility. To this day, we remain committed to those who depend on care and support. Our commitment is shaped by our mission statement "to create an individual quality of life" in order to help people to help themselves. Originating from 70 years of civic involvement, voluntary involvement continues to be a fundamental pillar of our commitment to others. As an alliance of the corporate foundation, association, six non-profit organisations and support foundation, UNIONHILFSWERK offers a wide range of possible applications and a commitment-friendly framework.
Mitte, 10117 Berlin, Berlin
Advanced German skills
Regularly
Discussed individually
Mitte, 10117 Berlin, Berlin
Advanced German skills
Regularly
Discussed individually