Fancy a Blether Befriender

• NHS Lothian

• VO85270

Now more than ever, a friendly face or a supportive phone chat can make a world of difference. ‘Fancy a Blether’ volunteers help to reduce loneliness and social isolation for local people in Midlothian.
Volunteers are matched with their ‘Fancy a Blether’ partner to provide a friendly contact once a week. Volunteers initially make phone contact with a view to meeting face-to-face to support the person to access services and activities in their community. With each call or meeting, volunteers can expect to feel the immediate impact of donating their time as they help to reduce loneliness and social isolation for local people in Midlothian. This role can be flexible around your work or family commitments as the schedule is mutually agreed with the person you are supporting. Get in touch to find out about upcoming dates for volunteer training and start your journey today!

Experience required

• Good listening skills
• Ability to be empathic, patient, and non-judgemental
• Punctual and reliable
• A warm, friendly, and professional approach
• Able to make conversation with a wide variety of people
• Respect for confidentiality and the boundaries of the role
• Willingness to maintain regular contact with Volunteer Services Manager
• No previous experience is required; full training will be provided

Travel expenses

Out-of-pocket expenses will be reimbursed in line with the NHS Lothian Volunteer Expenses Policy.

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Restrictions

Minimum age: 16

Availability

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Frequency & commitment

2-3 hours per week for at least 6 months

Volunteers (aged 16-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
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This volunteering opportunity is also advertised across Midlothian.

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