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Volunteer Development Scotland Ltd. (also known as Volunteer Scotland).
Charity registered in Scotland SC013740 and a company limited by guarantee, registered in Scotland, No. SC106743. Our registered Office is Jubilee House, Forthside Way, Stirling. FK8 1QZ

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Befriender

We are looking for volunteer visitors to join the National Visitors Network, our national befriending scheme for older people that provides companionship to older people experiencing loneliness or social isolation.
Befrienders visit older people in their homes and provide regular chat/conversations (weekly/fortnightly or monthly as determined).
Full training and good ongoing support is provided to all volunteers.
A great, enjoyable opportunity to help and make a real difference.
For more details please contact:
David Tickner
Email: david.tickner@csrf.org.uk / tel.: 020 8691 7411

Experience required

Someone sociable who enjoys meeting and talking to people would be perfect.

Travel details

Opportunities available across Aberdeen City and north east.

Travel expenses

We reimburse all volunteers reasonable travel costs – expense claim forms are submitted with receipts for public transport or mileage.

Support
Training details

Full training and good ongoing support is provided to all volunteers.

Restrictions

Minimum age: 16

Frequency & commitment
Flexible days/times available-by mutual agreement.

Volunteers (aged 16-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
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