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Shetland Befriending Scheme
- VO30884
Volunteers are matched up on a one-to-one basis with a vulnerable adult. The matches meet regularly either weekly or fortnightly for a few hours at a time. The aim is to engage in purposeful activities within the community which will help to reduce social isolation and feelings of loneliness. It is also about continuing to support the adult to engage in their own community and have positive social connections.
Experience required
No prior experieince, qualifications or skills required. Patience, understanding, tolerance, open-minded, non-judgemental, have the ability to motivate, ability to listen, empathy, good sense of humour, ability to try new activities and have fun.
Travel details
Shetland wide. If the volunteer has a car it can be used for outings, otherwise travel is by public transport. Travelling is considered in the matching process.
Travel expenses
Yes, and reasonable activity costs.
Support
Training details
Training sessions to be completed before match.
Restrictions
Minimum age: 17
We need references and a PVG to help ensure that all volunteers are suitable to be matched on a one to one basis with a vulnerable person.
Frequency & commitment
Times vary. Start dates are at various times throughout the year (following training)Weekdays.
Volunteers (aged 17-25) 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 Befriender - Adults aged 16+ with Shetland Befriending Scheme
Your email address and phone number will only be used by the organisation/TSI you are contacting to discuss in more detail the opportunity you are enquiring about.
Your message will be sent to the organisation that supports volunteering in Shetland:
Contact name: Kathleen Williamson
Email address: kathleen.williamson@shetland.org
Phone: 01595 743910
Thank you for registering your interest in Befriender - Adults aged 16+ with Shetland Befriending Scheme.
Shetland Befriending Scheme has been sent your details and message, they will respond to you at the email address you provided.
Something has gone wrong, please let us know about this issue at milosupport@scvo.scot quoting reference #VO30884.