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Golden Years Befriender

Cyrenians
VO91974

Your support and encouragement could help someone to:
Remain independent at home, socially connected and engaged.
Reduce feelings of loneliness and isolation.
Increase self-confidence.
Create links with the local community.
Develop informal local support networks.
Examples of activities include;
Taking up a new hobby or interest.
Joining a local club or group of interest, eg craft, singing, gardening.
Visiting a library, church, local gallery or exhibition.
Short walks.

Experience required

Good listening and communication skills.
Friendly personality / approachable.
Reliable with good time keeping.
Patience and empathy.
Non-judgemental.
Respectful of confidentiality.
Able to work within set boundaries.
Keep accurate visit records and feeding back to the team regularly.

Travel details

Across Edinburgh

Travel expenses

Expenses provided.

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Restrictions

Minimum age: 18

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