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Hanover Scotland are looking for Volunteer Befrienders to support their residents who live in Kincardine.
As a befriender, you can help residents who feel isolated or unable to get out on their own by giving time on a one-to-one basis to help a person maintain social contact, provide companionship and reduce loneliness and social isolation. Befrienders build a positive relationship with an individual and visit them regularly in their own flat. This could mean spending some time with a person for an hour or two every week/fortnight. They also encourage getting out and about for a coffee or short walk. Generally, befrienders are there to chat and get to know someone, have fun, and support the person to continue with existing interests, whilst encouraging them to embark on new activities.
As a befriender, you can help make new friends, gain valuable experience for work in care.
Experience required
They are looking for volunteers who are interested in volunteering with older people, have good communication and listening skills, are reliable and willing to be part of a team.
Travel details
The opportunity takes place in Kincardine at their Housing Development (Sivewright Court, Kirk Street, Kincardine, FK10 4PS) which is well covered with public transport.
Travel expenses
Expenses are available for public transport.
Support
Training details
A meeting where they will chat further about the role and go through their Volunteer Agreement. After this and before you commence the role, they will have a Health and Safety induction with their local development team.
Restrictions
Minimum age: 18
Availability
Volunteers (aged 18-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
Find out more
Please fill out this form to register your interest in the opportunity Volunteer Befriender with Hanover (Scotland) Housing Association
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