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| Volunteers receive an Award for their work |
Our Memories Matter provides weekly reminiscence sessions for groups of older people, in order to reduce
their social isolation and improve their well-being. Reminiscing (sharing memories) is a positive experience, helping
those that take part to feel valued and listened to. Most important of all the sessions are great fun.
The sessions are facilitated by trained volunteers, supported by the project Co-ordinator Wendy Weidner.
In 2008 the volunteers won a Kent Volunteer Award for Excellence.
The project is currently working in three residential care homes in Shepway and the Integrated Care Centre
at West View in Tenterden. In 2009 the project will increase the number of homes it works in through a pilot programme
working with people with dementia.
The project's volunteers receive a full induction and training programme before starting. They then
work in pairs or threes to facilitate sessions on a weekly basis in blocks of 10 sessions, with a month to six week break
in between. There are monthly volunteer support meetings and further training opportunities throughout the year.
All volunteers have a CRB check. To find out more about volunteering for the project ring Wendy Weidner
on 01233 758122 or click on the link below to send an email.
Email Wendy Weidner
