Telephone Befriender

Telephone Befriender

Organisation role · 1–2 hrs/Week · Starting from 17 Sept 2024
Buckinghamshire, England, United Kingdom
BefriendingSupport workSocial contact
People with disabilitiesOlder peopleWellbeing
3 Good health and well-being10 Reduced inequalities17 Partnerships for the goals
Applications closing in 10 months.
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Summary

Brighten someone's day from home! Offer friendly conversation and companionship to blind and partially sighted individuals as a Telephone Befriender.

Detailed description

Telephone Befriender – Bring Comfort and Companionship from the Comfort of Your Home

Are you a good listener with a caring, friendly nature? Use your warmth and patience to make a real difference in someone's life without leaving your home. As a Telephone Befriender, you'll offer companionship and help alleviate the loneliness that blind and partially sighted people can often experience. This is a rewarding way to connect with others and brighten their day!

What you'll be doing:

  • Making regular phone calls from your own home.
  • Providing friendly conversation and companionship to someone in need.

Skills and experience needed:

  • Caring, friendly, and understanding nature.
  • A good listener who enjoys chatting with people.
  • Reliable and consistent, with good timekeeping.

What you'll gain from this role:

  • Make a meaningful difference in someone’s life.
  • Build new friendships and connect with a variety of people.
  • Experience working with people with sight loss.
  • The opportunity to give back, all from the comfort of your home.

Support you’ll receive:

  • Full induction and training, including sight loss awareness.
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities.
  • Reimbursement for expenses.
  • Ongoing support from your Volunteer Manager

Criminal Record Check Information:

This role does not require a Disclosure and Barring Check (DBS).

What we will provide to volunteers

💸 Reimbursement of costs🤝 Extra support

Getting there

Applications closing in 10 months.
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