Computer Help at Home Volunteer – Association of Carers

Overview

Established in 1987, The Association of Carers provides free, volunteer-led support services to unpaid carers in East Sussex.

Responsibilities

• Teach basic IT skills and guide carers who aren’t confident with using a computer or the internet through the tasks they require (e.g., online shopping or banking, using a program to call over the internet, helping to set up an NHS online account or an email address).

Requirements / Qualifications

• Decent grasp of IT and good communication skills; patient and understanding.
• A DBS check is required, which the Association of Carers will apply for on your behalf.
• Only those aged 18 or over are suitable.
• Full training will be provided.
• Mileage and expenses are paid.

Details

• Location: at the carer’s home.
• Session length: usually two hours per session.
• Duration: up to six weeks.

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