VOLUNTEERING WITH GWENNIE'S GETAWAYS
Gwennie’s Getaways is a registered charity that provide free respite holidays for people living with dementia, they also provide two weekly support sessions in the Colne Valley. Their 14 volunteers help to run the memory cafés on a rota basis, supporting their attendees who have dementia, as well as their family and carers. Without volunteers, Gwennie’s Getaways would not be able to provide this vital service. The memory cafes provide a two-course lunch which is prepared by their fantastic volunteers along with endless tea, coffee, and activities. Gwennie’s Getaways pride themselves on providing an inclusive barrier-free service and working very closely with their families to ensure they meet their individual needs. The memory cafes give families a couple of hours respite twice a week, whilst offering volunteers a purposeful and important role supporting families affected by dementia.
Sarah – Memory cafe Volunteer commented: ” I am absolutely loving my new volunteering role. It is polar opposite of all my other roles in paid or voluntary.”
You can find out more about Gwennie’s Getaways here.
