Age UK’s Dementia Peer Support Project

The local charity wants to welcome caring, patient, and dedicated dementia peer supporters to support family carers in Darlington. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to make a real difference to the lives of people affected by dementia.  

They are looking for individuals with lived experience of dementia care – be they an ex-carer or family member. Ideally, these people will have cared for someone a number of years ago and/or be able to talk about this time without experiencing their own distress. Peer supporters will visit an unpaid carer in their own home and build a safe and trusting relationship with them based on non-judgemental listening and shared experience.

All volunteers will receive full training, regular supervision and ongoing support to ensure that they feel confident in their role.