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Cambridge University Hospitals provide local and specialist care for our local and the wider community. We have a brilliant, active and highly valued team of volunteers who give their time too make a ...
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Dementia & Delirium Champion Volunteer
Task · 2–4 hrs
CB2 0QQ, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, England, United Kingdom
HealthWellbeingCommunity & family
Cambridge University Hospitals
#82294
Scan me or visit www.volunteercambs.org.uk/o/Cambridge-University-Hospitals/activities/Dementia--Delirium-Champion-Volunteer/82294 to join
Scan me or visit www.volunteercambs.org.uk/o/Cambridge-University-Hospitals/activities/Dementia--Delirium-Champion-Volunteer/82294 to join
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Summary
Enhancing the quality and comfort of the patient's stay, focusing on those with dementia. Use tools and equipment available to enhance engagement with patients.Detailed description
Help improve patient experience by:
- Spending time listening to patients and chatting
- Add to the 'What's important to me' document at the patient's bedside
- Engaging in appropriate activities e.g. using reminiscence boxes and dementia activity packs
- Using RITAs - following training (RITA = Reminiscence Interactive Therapy Activity systems)
- Reading for patients
- Helping at mealtimes
What we will provide to volunteers
💸 Reimbursement of costs🤝 Extra supportAbout Cambridge University Hospitals
Cambridge University Hospitals provide local and specialist care for our local and the wider community. We have a brilliant, active and highly valued team of volunteers who give their time too make a difference for patients every week. We're proud that Cambridge University is a great place to volunteer.