Telephone Befriender
MertonVision
Telephone Befrienders for calling Merton visually impaired clients
Many of our blind and partially sighted clients are homebound and a support call on a regular basis appropriate for that individual, could make an enormous difference not just to their mental health, but also their physical wellbeing. Telephone Befrienders support Mertonvision clients on a weekly or fortnightly basis to offer a listening ear.
Advice, Information & Support,Befriending, Buddying & Mentoring
Basic IT skills - internet & email, Reading & Writing
• No qualifications needed • Compassionate, patient, caring, non-judgmental, and able to put others at ease • Happy to start the conversation or provide a listening ear • Offer a warm welcome to people from various backgrounds and communities • Open communication with the volunteering services manager • Follow our policies and procedures, attend relevant training sessions, and maintain appropriate boundaries
• Sense of achievement and fulfillment • Apply or develop your existing skills and experiences • Connect with others and enjoy our volunteer social activities • Support the local community of Merton • Enhance your CV or UCAS application • Enjoy the feeling of making a difference to someone’s life • Be a part of something special • Through volunteering increase the chances of employment if desired
1 – 3 hours per month with a minimum 6 month commitment
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