What will I be expected to do?

This is a ‘unique’ and new service across Northamptonshire providing 1 to 1 support for brain injury survivors, helping them to access opportunities within the community. As everyone is different, no outreach service session is the same.

Sessions are agreed in advance, working towards agreed rehabilitation objectives. Each volunteer will engage their service user in practical, meaningful and enjoyable activities, which help them towards achieving their goals and increased independence.

Some of the ways volunteers can support include:

Support individuals to learn to use/reuse public transport
Help with learning / relearning life skills e.g. cooking, shopping, budgeting
Help accessing local social groups / activities e.g. sports facilities, gyms, art, library
Help with reading and writing skills
Support with accessing training opportunities e.g. computer skills
Help to access ‘supported’ volunteering opportunities
Individual support to access employment opportunities