Befriender for Older People (EP)

Age Concern Epsom & Ewell (CSVA)

Interests

  • Disability
  • Older People

Activities

  • Befriending & Buddying

This is a very rewarding opportunity to provide much needed companionship and social contact for an isolated older person in your local community. You will be matched with a client and visit them in their own home for around an hour once a week for a chat and maybe a cuppa. If appropriate you may accompany the client on a short walk.

What skills do I need?

We are looking for a good communicator, reliable, trustworthy, patient and sensitive with an interest in older people and empathy with their needs and understand the importance of confidentiality.



Interests

  • Disability
  • Older People

Activities

  • Befriending & Buddying

Details

  • Age restrictions
    18 or 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?

Start Date: 19/03/2025

End Date: 31/12/2026

Slot Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Morning Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Afternoon Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Evening No No No No No No No

Availability Details

We hope you will be able to volunteer for at least 6 months, visiting regularly (preferably once a week, apart from holidays etc) to provide continuity for your client and to build the relationship over time.

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