Volunteer Befriender -Inverurie

• Hanover Housing

• VO92671

Hanover is one of Scotland’s largest registered social landlords specialising in services for older people. We work closely with our residents to help people live independent, secure and fulfilling lives.
Volunteer Befrienders help older people who feel lonely or unable to get out very easily on their own, by giving their time on a one-to-one basis to help them maintain social contact, provide companionship and reduce social isolation. Volunteer Befrienders build a positive relationship with an individual and visit them on a regular basis in their own flat. This could mean spending time with a person for an hour or two every week/ fortnight, we also encourage the volunteers to spend some time outdoors, going for a coffee or a short walk.

Experience required

An interest in working with older people.
Good communication and listening skills
A bright outgoing personality
An ability to volunteer unsupervised

Travel expenses

We will pay for any public transport expenses on receipt of a ticket.

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Support

Training details

Full Health and Safety Induction

Availability

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Volunteers (aged 12-25) 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 Aberdeenshire.

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