Amigo

Catalyst Support

Interests

  • Mental Health

Activities

  • Befriending & Buddying
  • Community Support

"Walk alongside someone’s recovery journey – be the friend that makes all the difference!"

Join our compassionate Amigo team, supporting individuals through their mental health recovery by offering companionship and community connections. Your time and empathy can help break isolation and rebuild confidence.

Your Role Includes:
• Weekly 1:1 meetings with your matched individual
• Gentle encouragement to engage with local activities
• Supporting small steps towards personal goals
• Being a consistent, non-judgmental presence

We Provide:
✔ Full training in mental health awareness
✔ DBS check processing
✔ Ongoing supervision and peer support
✔ Travel expenses

What skills do I need?

No Experience Needed – Just Bring:
• Empathy and patience
• Good listening skills
• Reliability (6+ month commitment preferred)
• Respect for confidentiality

Skills You’ll Develop:

  • Mental health first aid techniques

  • Motivational support methods

  • Community resource knowledge

  • Emotional intelligence

Interests

  • Mental Health

Activities

  • Befriending & Buddying
  • Community Support

Details

  • Accessibility
  • Age restrictions
    18 and over
  • DBS check required
  • Equal Opportunities Policy
  • Expenses reimbursed
  • Health and Safety Policy
  • Ongoing support
  • Training provided
  • Volunteer induction
  • Volunteer Policy
  • Volunteers covered by insurance
  • Written role description

When can I volunteer?

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