Call Companions Befriending
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Are you friendly, warm and enjoy talking to people? Would you like a flexible volunteering opportunity that is only 30 minutes a week and to make a difference for an older person?
As a call companion you’ll make wonderful regular telephone calls to the same older person who is experiencing loneliness and isolation. These friendly chats are great to get to know someone and also lifeline of friendship for older people as a vital link with the outside world from which they’ve become isolated.
This is a flexible, homebased volunteering role that can easily be fitted in around your own lifestyle and availability.
Please note that you must be at least 18 years old to become a Re-engage volunteer.
If you would like more information, please visit our website or please contact me on [email protected].
What skills do I need?
A friendly nature Good listening skills Good conversation skills Patience and understanding
Details
- Age restrictions
- DBS check required
- Ongoing support
- Training provided
- Volunteer induction
When is this role available?
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The time and date will be arranged to match yours and the older persons availability.
Location:
This opportunity is available in the following regions:
Chessington
Elmbridge
Epsom and Ewell
Mole Valley
Reigate and Banstead
Runnymede
Spelthorne
Surrey Heath
Tandridge
Worcester Park
You will be redirected to the Voluntary Support North Surrey website to express your interest.
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