Befriender for Older People (EP)
Befriender for Older People (EP)
Posted for Age Concern Epsom & Ewell (CSVA)
Posted by Central Surrey Voluntary Action
You will be redirected to the Central Surrey Voluntary Action website to express your interest.
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.
Details
- Age restrictions
- 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 is this role available?
When: 19/03/2025 - 31/12/2026
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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.
Location:
This opportunity is available in the following regions:
Epsom and Ewell
You will be redirected to the Central Surrey Voluntary Action website to express your interest.
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