Arts Volunteer in Care Homes

What You'll Do: 

Volunteers (in pairs) will lead a one-hour engaging and participatory session discussing works of art with a group of residents and care staff. If you are a confident communicator and passionate about arts and culture, we would love to hear from you. 

There are several places in London where you can volunteer with us, including Battersea, Bow, Dalston, Limehouse, Shepherd's Bush, St. James's Park, and Tottenham Hale. Please specify in the application where you would like to volunteer and we will do our best to accommodate you. 

Why You'll Love It: 
  • You will connect with your local community - especially isolated older residents.  
  • You will learn how to deliver arts sessions with an engaging, conversation-led approach using our 'Arts at Home' toolkit.  
  • You will become part of Art Explora's volunteer network. 
What You'll Learn: 
  • How to deliver arts sessions in a care home environment using an engaging, conversation led approach. 
  • Skills around communication and dementia.  
  • Arts education tools.  
  • About the UK adult social care sector. 
  • How arts and culture supports mental health and well-being. 
What We're Looking For: 
  • Passionate about arts and culture 
  • Friendly and confident talking to people of all ages 
  • Strong communication skills  
  • Interest in arts education 
  • Team working skills  
Summary
Volunteering
Volunteer
Arts
Older People
Hammersmith and Fulham
Islington
Tower Hamlets
Wandsworth
City of Westminster
Haringey
0 Weeks Minimum
0 Hours / Week
Skills you will develop: 
Active listening
Creativity
Building relationships and influencing
Emotional intelligence
Relevant interests: 
Arts and Sculpture
Charity / Nonprofit

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