Befriender

Age Concern Merstham, Redhill & Reigate (RB)

Interests

  • Older People

Activities

  • No specific activites

To provide emotional support and company to people who are feeling lonely and isolated.

You will be carefully matched with an older person who shares similar interests and hobbies.

Offering emotional support, reporting to volunteer coordinator for any support needed for the person you will be matched with.

What skills do I need?

Good listening and communication skills.

Enjoy speaking to older people and sharing life experiences.

Interests

  • Older People

Activities

  • No specific activites

Details

  • Age restrictions
    18+
  • 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: 15/01/2024

End Date: 31/01/2025

Slot Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
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Afternoon Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Evening Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

Availability Details

Flexible arrangement to suit Befriendee / Befriender

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