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Spend time with a wonderful Polish lady and experience life in beautiful County Durham
We’re looking for a kind, patient and friendly Polish-speaking volunteer to spend time with my 86-year-old mum, who lives with us in a peaceful home just outside Durham.
Following a stroke a few years ago, she enjoys gentle company, conversation and short walks, but sometimes misses speaking her native language. Your presence would make a real difference.
20 hours of help per week
Cleaning: Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.
Housekeeping: Help with changing the bed linens and general housekeeping.
Elderly Care: Assisting and spending time with the elderly.
Kitchen Hand: Help prepare, finish and serve meals.
2 days off per week
Private Room: You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.
Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.
Pick Up: We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.
Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Fast Internet Access: High-speed internet for you to work remotely
Beginner Polish
Over 25 years old
Only hosts solo volunteers (doesn’t accept couples or partners)
Academy Course How to become an outstanding Worldpacker
Be from outside United Kingdom
Mandatory volunteer introduction video
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
We’re a warm and welcoming Polish family living in a peaceful village just outside the beautiful city of Durham in the North East of England.
We’re looking for a kind, Polish-speaking volunteer who would enjoy spending time with my wonderful mum. Following a stroke a few years ago, she sometimes feels isolated and misses having conversations in her native language. She loves chatting over a cup of tea, going for gentle walks, watching television, listening to music and simply enjoying good company.
This is not a care or nursing role. My mum is independent in her daily routine, and we’re simply looking for someone who can brighten her days through friendship, conversation and companionship.
In return, you’ll have your own private bedroom in our family home, access to all shared facilities, high-speed Wi-Fi, and plenty of free time to explore Durham, Newcastle, the stunning Northumberland coastline, castles, the Lake District or York.
We hope you’ll feel like part of the family during your stay. We enjoy sharing meals, exchanging stories about our cultures and helping our guests discover the best of the North East. If you’re kind, patient and enjoy meaningful conversations, we’d love to welcome you into our home.
Activities
* 💬 Practise languages
* 🚶 Take my mum for gentle walks
* ☕ Chat and spend quality time together
* 🎲 Play board or card games
* 🎵 Listen to music or watch TV together
* 🍽️ Share occasional meals with the family
* 🌼 Encourage light social activities and companionship
Shifts
Approximately 3–4 hours per day, 5 days a week.
Your time will mainly be spent keeping my mum company by speaking Polish, going for gentle walks if the weather is nice, sharing a cup of tea, playing games or simply chatting.
The schedule is flexible and will be agreed together in advance, leaving you with plenty of free time to explore Durham and the surrounding area.
Days off: 2 days per week.
* This is a family home, so kindness, respect and consideration for everyone are essential.
* Please be patient and speak Polish with my mum as much as possible.
* We ask volunteers to be reliable and let us know in advance if plans change.
* No smoking or vaping anywhere on the property.
* Please maintain good personal hygiene and wear clean clothes, as you’ll be spending time with my mum.
* No drugs or excessive alcohol consumption.
* No overnight guests without prior agreement.
* Quiet hours are between 10:00 pm and 7:00 am.
* Please keep your bedroom and shared areas clean and tidy, and wash up after yourself.
* If you notice anything concerning about my mum, please let us know straight away.
* We value open communication—if you have any questions or concerns, we’re always happy to talk.
