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WALKIE TALKIES

Purpose:

To connect people living in the Mast PCN area (Kirkburton or Denby Dale Wards only) with a local walking buddy
To improve mobility through exercise
To improve mental health through face to face time

What we do:

Buddy you up with a trained local walking volunteer
Weather and fitness permitting, a daily walk down your street
Distance will be dependant on you and your fitness
HD8 plus Kirkheaton, Flockton, Grange Moor and Emley

Group Type:

One to One

SESSION INFORMATION

Session frequency:

Daily
Dependent on weather, and your own ability/mobility

All session times:

Vaiable

Transport:

Not applicable

Covid Secure:

Infection control protocols in place to protect members and volunteers
Mask wearing if under 2m of others

Carer Welcome:

All carers are welcome to attend, at their discretion - we are very flexible

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TEAM DDC

Employed No

Freelance No

Volunteer Yes

All our staff undergo regular training, and in addition to our Basic Training which includes Health & Safety, First Aid, Safeguarding and Covid Awareness, our people will have specific training for their roles.

All staff Walking Staff

Basic Training

All of our training courses are fun and engaging. We have presented a range of learning platforms that include: classroom, online, videos and booklets. We have optional additional training available for volunteers and employed, to boost their CV and prepare for other work.

Volunteers Welcome - Click Here to Register