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Role Detail

Volunteer Befriender

Time and Talents

Befrienders offer the older, housebound people in our community a chance to connect socially

Detailed Description

Volunteer befrienders offer the older, housebound people in our community a chance to have a cup of tea and a chat. Could you be a much-needed social visitor to one of them this year? Training and support is provided. Time and Talents is a welcoming community space and volunteering with us provides fantastic opportunities to connect with your community, build your skills, and even make new friends! We provide induction, training and continuous support, alongside opportunities to meet other volunteers. We work hard to match you with a Befriendee who's a good fit!

Activities you will be doing

Advice, Information & Support,Befriending, Buddying & Mentoring,Community Work,Support Work

What skills are required for this role

Basic IT skills - internet & email, Counselling, Language Skills

Why these skills are required

Active listening, flexibility, and a sense of fun!

What is in it for you

Opportunities to connect with your community, build your skills, and even make new friends! Reference supplied after 6 months volunteering

Time Commitment

1-2 hours a week at a time convenient to you

SE16, SE1

Rotherhithe and Bermondsey

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Application Process
Support you will receive
Role Type
Suitable For
18+
We Welcome
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