Age UK Hertfordshire is one of the largest charities providing services to older people in Hertfordshire and has a high level of recognition among the statutory authorities, voluntary sector and the ...
Befriending Volunteer - Hitchin
Practical details
Volunteering • Long term role
Contact person
Vicky Hudson
Provided
Requirements
#125740
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Could you spare around an hour a week to visit an older person in your neighbourhood?
For older people living with frailty, getting out and staying connected can sometimes become more difficult. Having a reliable, trusted weekly visitor can help someone feel less isolated, stay connected with the world around them and continue doing the things they enjoy.
As a Befriending Volunteer, you’ll be carefully matched with an older person and visit them in their own home for around an hour each week. The main part of the role is offering friendly company, conversation and a listening ear.
This is a completely flexible role.
Visits can take place at any time during the week, agreed between you and the person you are visiting. This makes the role easy to fit around work, family and other commitments.
Visits will be shaped by the relationship you build. There is no set list of activities, and anything beyond regular company and conversation is entirely optional for you both.
Full training and ongoing support are provided.
Volunteers must be aged 18 or over. The role is subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.
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About Age UK Hertfordshire
Age UK Hertfordshire is one of the largest charities providing services to older people in Hertfordshire and has a high level of recognition among the statutory authorities, voluntary sector and the public. Age UK Hertfordshire is a brand partner of Age UK, able to use the Age UK brand in return for working to agreed quality standards.
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