Chatterbox volunteer

Can you spare 1 hour a week to talk to a lonely elderly person?

Chatterbox is an award-winning enhanced telephone befriending programme aimed at vulnerable older people who are socially isolated and struggling with loneliness. Clients may have a range of complex needs including poor physical  or mental health, bereavement, are near the end of life or are caring for a family member with a life-limiting illness. Chatterbox Befrienders offer one-to-one telephone support by calling a client once a week for a friendly chat and to offer a listening ear. Chatterbox befrienders are all ages, from all walks of life, and are located across the UK.

A DBS check and full training is provided.

What skills do I need?

This role could be for you, if you:  Would like to make a real difference to someone’s life  Want to challenge loneliness and can commit to a weekly phone call  Are a good listener  Are empathetic, patient and of a caring nature  Have good verbal and inter-personal communication skills  Recognise the importance of confidentiality and can uphold this in practice  Are committed to inclusion and treating people with dignity and respect