Befriender

Befriender

Organisation role · Flexible hours
8 Exchange Street, Harleston, IP20 9AB, United Kingdom
BefriendingAccompanyingSocial contact
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Summary

To provide face-to-face befriending to people over the age of 18, to improve self-confidence, emotional health and wellbeing and reduce social isolation.

Detailed description

We are looking for volunteers in Harleston and the surrounding villages that can spend time with individuals who may be experiencing social isolation for a variety of reasons. We offer a face-to-face Befriending Service in which volunteers arrange a regular date and time to meet with a service user, this can be in the client’s home or elsewhere; for example, a café or public space.


Purpose of the role:

To befriend people over the age of 18, to improve their self-confidence, emotional health and wellbeing, reduce social isolation and promote independence.


Experience, attributes and/or qualifications required:

We require volunteers:

·       Aged 18 or over.

·       Interested in working with the people of all ages, cultures and backgrounds.

·       Prepared to commit some of their time (minimum 1 hour per week).

·       Prepared to have fun and participate in outings and activities.

·       Attend induction training session prior to commencing Befriending.

·       Attend regular support and supervision meetings and on going training


Due to the nature of the role, volunteers will be required to undertake Safeguarding Adults Awareness training and an enhanced DBS check, expenses of these will be met by Harleston Information Plus.


Times/days when we would like you to be available:

We would like you to commit to spending a minimum of one hour a week with a befriendee. This would be a flexible time that is suitable for you both. You can, of course, commit more time if you wish.


Benefits to volunteering and possible training opportunities:

·       Improved social networks

·       An opportunity to meet new people

·       Increased confidence

·       Learn new skills and gain knowledge

·       Enjoy making a difference in peoples’ lives

·       Have fun

What we will provide to volunteers

💸 Reimbursement of costs🤝 Extra support

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About Harleston Information Plus

Harleston Information Plus (HIP), registered as charity in 2012 to improve quality of life for residents in Harleston and the surrounding parishes. Our aims are to enhance equality of opportunity for people who experience complex and enduring barriers to participation and wellbeing.

We support people who present with long-term health issues, additional physical support needs and challenges associated with rural poverty, economic inactivity, loneliness and social isolation, with an average footfall of over 6,500 presentations per annum.

We provide a range of services including community information support, jobs club, befriending service and support a wide range of initiatives such as the Waveney Foodbank and Mindful Towns and Villages.