Compassionate Neighbour (Befriender)

• Strathcarron Hospice - Falkirk

• VO70619

We have opportunities across the Falkirk area for volunteers to visit someone in their home, have a chat & a cup of tea and make someone's day a little bit brighter.

Due to life-limiting conditions, many people cannot get out of their house and are confined to live a socially isolated and often quite lonely existence. Compassionate Neighbours can provide a lifeline by meeting a person in their home, passing the time of day, offering some social interaction and cheering someone up. It is very simple, but hugely significant.

We have people across Falkirk in various communities, so usually we are able to match volunteers locally to limit and travelling. If you could spare the time and commit to a weekly or fortnightly visit, we'd love to hear from you!

Experience required

Life experience is useful. Compassionate nature with the ability to listen.

Travel details

Where possible the volunteering takes place in the volunteers local community. Occasionally we ask volunteers to travel to a neighbouring area. Travel expenses are paid.

Travel expenses

40p per mile, in arears.

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Support

Training details

PVG check, access to various training courses at the hospice, support from the community development worker, quarterly volunteer gatherings for peer support.

Restrictions

Minimum age: 18

Availability

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Afternoon

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Frequency & commitment

One hour every week or fortnight.

Volunteers (aged 18-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
Find out more

This volunteering opportunity is also advertised across Falkirk.

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