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Castle Furniture
- VO96055
The role is to provide a social connection for elderly people in North East Fife who face struggles with feelings of loneliness and isolation and help to build confidence. Volunteers and members are matched based on their hobbies, interests and preferences. Volunteers will visit the member in their home at a time suitable for both, the visit is for company only and the volunteer is not home help or a qualified care assistant. The volunteer and member might decide to go out for lunch or a coffee or provide support in the client’s home. Loneliness is hugely detrimental to an individual's mental and physical health and by providing a social contact each week you can contribute towards preventing this.
Experience required
No previous experience required and full training will be provided.
Desired skills and qualities of volunteers include:
-Being a caring listener for people
-Reliability to commit to agreed times
-Motivation to make a positive impact on elderly lives in Cupar
-Drive to help build confidence in clients and promote the lounge
-Understanding the importance of confidentiality
Travel details
Most often the clients own home or at an agreed upon place in the community such as a café or social club.
Travel expenses
Yes - Mileage paid at 40p per mile or public transport cost paid
Support
Training details
All volunteers will be initially provided with around 1-2 hours induction covering everything from role specifics, expectations and boundaries, health and safety, manual handling and everything else needed to succeed in the role. Also PVG checks will be done and costs covered if don’t already have one. Continued support will be provided throughout by the coordinator and opportunities for continual ongoing training provided depending on the needs of the role and personal interests.
Restrictions
Minimum age: 18
Availability
Mon
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Morning
Afternoon
Evening
Volunteers (aged 18-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
Find out more
Please fill out this form to register your interest in the opportunity 1-2-1 Volunteer Befriender with Castle Furniture
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Contact name: Admin FVA
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