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Arts at Home brings conversations about art to people in care settings to encourage connection, foster community and tackle loneliness.
What You'll Do: With another volunteer or a member of Art Explora staff, you will facilitate a conversation about your chosen artworks in a London care setting.
There are several places in London where you can volunteer with us, including Battersea, Blackheath, Bow, Chiswick, Dalston, Hornsey, Leytonstone, Limehouse, Marylebone, Shepherd's Bush, Tooting Bec, Tottenham, White City and Westminster & more!
Why You'll Love It: You will meet people of different ages and from different walks of life and help to alleviate feelings of loneliness in care settings through creativity and connection. You will also be offered spaces on trips to galleries and theatres with our care setting residents as part of our ‘Art Explorers at...’ project. Additionally, as an Art Explora volunteer, you will also be invited to social events and training sessions we organise throughout the year. Travel expenses are reimbursed and we are happy to provide employment references if you have attended several sessions.
What You'll Learn: You will learn about art, heritage, making and history, both through your own research and from your fellow volunteers. You will develop communication and public speaking skills, gain experience working with vulnerable adults and those living with a dementia, and build an understanding of how art can support a sense of community and wellbeing.
What We're Looking For: We’re looking for friendly, enthusiastic team players with strong communication skills (B2-level English recommended) and an interest in art. You’ll be comfortable engaging with people of all ages and passionate about making a positive difference in your local community
Volunteer Handbook.
Bespoke training opportunities throughout the volunteer journey.