Volunteer Task Force Liverpool
Who are Diabetes UK?
As the UK’s leading diabetes charity, our mission is that by bringing people together to work in partnership, we will support those living with diabetes, prevent Type 2 diabetes, make research breakthroughs, and ultimately find a cure.
What will the Volunteer Task Force do?
We arebringing together a group of volunteers in the Liverpool area who have a mixture of skills, interests and ideas. Together the task force will work as a team to raise awareness locally about footcare and education for people affected by diabetes through a series of activities/events. By connecting as a group you can motivate, encourage and receive support from each other.
Aim
In the UK there are more than 20 leg, foot or toe amputations every day because of diabetes. This is shocking as four out of five of these amputations are preventable. Liverpool is no different and in fact are above the national average for diabetes related lower limb amputations. This is why we think it is so important to highlight the importance of footcare and education for people with diabetes in Liverpool. If people are equipped with more knowledge about diabetes and how to manage it then hopefully some of the devastating complications like amputation could be avoided. You hold the key to connecting with the Liverpool community and your input into this task force could help people to find the support they need to better manage their condition, moving towards a world were diabetes can do no harm.
What will the North West Volunteering Team offer you?
- You will be invited to attend a planning/training event so you can meet other members of the task force, gain new skills and work together to develop ideas around raising awareness in Liverpool.
- We will offer you information, materials, guidance and ongoing support so that your task force can make a real impact.
- We will help you to develop your ideas and work as part of a dynamic team.
- You will receive a volunteering induction pack and regular updates about further training opportunities as well as other events you could get involved in.
- You will be part of a fantastic team of volunteers who help us to extend our reach, creating a powerful network across the region.
- We would be happy to provide you with a reference.
- Reimbursement of expenses incurred while carrying out activities for Diabetes UK, e.g. travel, lunch.
Time Scales
You will be invited to atraining event and the task force will then work together across a 12 month period to deliver a series of events/activities with the aim of highlighting the importance of foot care and education in the Liverpool area. You will meet and stay in regular contact to share ideas, support each other and talk about what you’ve achieved.
Next Steps
We will ask you to complete an application form and send this back to us. We would also like you to confirm that you are happy to attend a training session – dates to be confirmed.
Who to contact
We have a fantastic volunteering team in the North West here to support you. To discuss this opportunity, please contact: Jessica Graham, Volunteer Coordinator, 01925 644 566,
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