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Compassionate Neighbours are trained volunteers offering friendship, support and listening ear to people living in their local community, sometimes with serious, long-term or terminal illness who often struggle with loneliness. By popping round for a cup of tea or a friendly chat once a week you can make a world of difference. You will be a good listener, kind and have a genuine interest in other people. As a Compassionate Neighbour Volunteer you’ll not only gain new skills, confidence, and social networks; you’ll be making a difference in your local community. Full training is provided.
Be friendly, good communicator, non-judgmental, empathic and maintain strict confidentiality
we will: - Set you up for success by providing role specific training and the opportunity for further development/training options - Invite you to monthly Compassionate Neighbour support meetings - Ensure you are supported in completing required online learning modules - some of which are renewed on an annual basis - Send you our monthly volunteer e-newsletter with all the latest updates and information - Invite you to our social events and forums - Reimburse you for pre-agreed travel expenses - Provide free access to the PAH education programme
flexible commitment of around 1-2 hrs per week. You must attend 2 full day training before being matched with community member. We run our in-house training every couple of months.
