H4ALL - Befriender
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H4All is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) made up of five prominent third-sector charities, Age UK Hillingdon, Harrow & Brent, DASH, Carers Trust Hillingdon, Harlington Hsopice and Hillingdon Mind. The organisation develop a holistic, social prescribing approach to improving the health and well-being of residents in Hillingdon by simplifying access to the resources and services provided by third-sector organisations and promoting alternative community-based support.
Details of the Volunteering Opportunity:
In this role, you will be supporting a person on a weekly basis over the phone or face-to-face, either in their home or accompanying them to an activity in the community. As a Befriender, you will develop communication and problem-solving skills while enhancing interpersonal skills such as empathy, compassion, cultural competence, patience, and understanding.
Typical duties include:
- Establishing a consistent visiting schedule
- Providing emotional support and a listening ear to individuals, allowing them to share their thoughts, concerns, and experiences
- Helping people to connect with their community by accompanying them on outings
- Supporting people to access services that may assist them to manage their needs
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