Care Home Befriender
You will be redirected to the Voluntary Action Arun & Chichester website to express your interest.
Older people in care homes are potentially some of the most vulnerable people in our society; research shows that they are twice as likely to be lonely as older people living in the community.
The Volunteer Befriender role involves visiting and befriending an older person living in a care home, usually once a week for an hour. This might involve activities such as reading to them, or playing a game, chatting, or going for a walk.
What skills do I need?
- Be reliable.
- Have empathy and patience.
- Be friendly and approachable.
- Ability to listen and engage in conversation.
Location
This opportunity is available Countywide.
Details
- DBS check required
- Equality and Diversity Policy
- Expenses reimbursed
- Health and Safety Policy
- Is it fully accessible
- Ongoing support
- Suitable for physical or sensory impairment
- Suitable for Under 18's
- Training provided
- Volunteer induction
- Volunteer Policy
- Volunteers covered by insurance
- Written role description
When is this role available?
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Will depend on each individual care home as to when they can accept volunteers. 1-2 hours per week.
You will be redirected to the Voluntary Action Arun & Chichester website to express your interest.
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