To befriend an older person within the local community, offering face to face visits for one hour per week. Have a coffee and a chat, go for a walk, play a board game. Be a good listener and have an interest in working with older people.
Skills
An interest in older people Good communication skills Good listening skills Be willing to complete required training (i.e Safegarding, Health & Safety) Complete a DBS check
Details
- Accessibility
Risk assessments will be carried out for health and safety - Age restrictions
Must be 18+ - DBS check required
Discussed at 1st stage - Equal Opportunities Policy
- Expenses reimbursed
Dependant on requirements and funding - Health and Safety Policy
- Ongoing support
Regular supervision and contact with coordinator - Training provided
Online and face to face where required and requested - Volunteer induction
- Volunteer Policy
- Volunteers covered by insurance
Public Liability Insurance - Written role description
Role description provided with application pack
Application Process
- Application Form
- Informal Discussion
- Interview
- References
- Trial Period
When can I volunteer?
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Afternoon | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Evening | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Availability Details
Befrienders are able to agree times with their befriendee once matched to someone.
Location
This opportunity can be carried out whilst working from home.
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