Volunteer Befriender - Hertfordshire

Volunteer Befriender - Hertfordshire

Long term role · Flexible hours
Flexible location
Befriending
HealthOlder peopleWellbeing
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Age UK Hertfordshire
#54307
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Summary

Are you a good listener?
Do you enjoy making someone's day?
Can you spare an hour a week to change an older person's life by visiting them?

Detailed description

Why not become a Befriending Volunteer and help older people feel less alone?

We are looking for friendly, caring volunteers who can visit once a week and give them some company.


What will I be doing?


You will be matched with an older person, providing friendship and sharing news, views and interests.

As a Visiting Scheme Befriender - you will regularly visit an older person in their own home, perhaps for a cup of tea and a chat.


Benefits of Volunteering

  • Free DBS check
  • Ongoing training & support
  • Opportunities to attend Volunteer events to meet other volunteers
  • Knowledge that you have made a difference to an older person's life
  • New friendships


All volunteers must be over the age of 18 and are recruited subject to references and a clear enhanced DBS. Training will be provided

What volunteers need😇 Disclosure and Barring Service

What we will provide to volunteers

💸 Reimbursement of costs🤝 Extra support
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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.