AgeUK - Befriending Services Volunteer
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AgeUK network includes over a hundred local AgeUKs, Age UK Friends, forums and an international subsidiary charity called Age International. Age UK Hillingdon, Harrow and Brent provide support, companionship and advice for older people. The organisation works closely with the three boroughs to protect the long-term interests of those over 60s.
Details of the Volunteering Opportunity:
In this role you will work visiting people aged 65+ in their own homes to provide them with practical support, offering companionship and encouraging their participation. As a Befriending Services Volunteer, you will enhance your communication and interpersonal skills, create meaningful relationships and make a positive impact by combating loneliness and social isolation.
Typical duties include:
- Visiting and providing practical support around the house helping people aged 65+ to gain new skills and remain independent at home
- Collecting prescriptions and accompanying to a health appointment
- Facilitating social rehabilitation by helping people aged 65+ to reconnect with community-based opportunities for social engagement
- Contacting service users by telephone who require telephone support on a regular basis
Please note, the Brunel Volunteers team would like you to commit to a minimum of 2-3 months.
Additional Benefits:
- Volunteering Hours to go towards the Brunel Volunteers Award
- Volunteering achievement recognised on your HEAR Transcript