Supporting Your Recovery - Falkirk Area

Royal Voluntary Service
VO102595

Make a real difference to older people in the Falkirk area! Support someone to make the most of life; find out what things could improve their wellbeing and support them to take positive steps towards those things - improving their confidence, reducing their isolation, and helping them stay connected to their communities. You can help by accompanying them to a favourite club, helping them try different activities and make new friends, supporting their mobility and building up their strength again, or just dropping in for a cuppa and a chat - whatever it takes to make their day! This role is flexible and can fit around your availability; Ideally you would visit weekly for between 1-2 hours for a period of around 12 weeks. You'll build relationships with the people you visit, something that's rewarding for you and the people you spend time with. This is a social support role; no personal care is involved. You'll get all relevant training, all travel expenses are reimbursed, and you will be welcomed and supported by a friendly, local team!

Experience required

A friendly personality, patience, empathy and good communication skills are necessary. You must be reliable, have the ability to maintain confidentiality, and be able to volunteer independently (with support from the Supporting You at Home project coordinator).

Travel details

The Supporting You at Home befriending project covers the East Neuk of Fife, from Elie and all the villages up to Crail. Our Volunteers use their own cars or public transport (all travel expenses are reimbursed) to travel around these areas.

Travel expenses

All travel expenses are reimbursed; mileage at 45p per mile if using your own car, or public transport costs if applicable (please retain tickets). Travel expenses can be claimed online, weekly or monthly, and are paid directly into your bank account.

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Training details

You will take part in induction training before being matched with a person referred for befriending support. You will also benefit from ongoing support and supervision, as well as additional training opportunities to increase your skills and confidence, for example supporting strength & balance training.

Restrictions

Minimum age: 18

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Frequency & commitment

This role is flexible and can fit around your availability. You can visit your befriending match at a mutually convenient time, any day of the week, including early evenings or weekends, ideally for between 1 - 2 hours each visit. Befriending support is offered for an initial period of about 12 weeks, up to a maximum of about 24 weeks.