Befriender

MHA Communities East Surrey (RB)

Interests

  • Disability
  • Older People
  • Veterans and Armed Forces

Activities

  • Befriending & Buddying

This scheme offers support to older people who live in their own homes and may be isolated due to ill health or problems getting out and about.  Reliable volunteer befrienders are needed to visit the more isolated members in their own homes each week to have a chat for an hour or so.  A friendly face each week can make such a difference!   - Looking to support people particularly in and around the Horley area

Times to suit volunteer and Scheme member.

What skills do I need?

No qualifications required and good listening skills are essential. You will need to be aged 18+ to apply for this role.

Interests

  • Disability
  • Older People
  • Veterans and Armed Forces

Activities

  • Befriending & Buddying

Details

  • Accessibility
  • 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

When can I volunteer?

Start Date: 01/05/2024

End Date: 31/05/2025

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Evening Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

Availability Details

Times to suit volunteer and Scheme member.

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