Befriending
How can befrienders help?
A befriender can provide company on social outings.
Who can become a befriender?
Befrienders are men and women of all ages and from all walks of life who can give a couple of hours of their time on a regular basis. No previous experience or qualifications are required. However, as volunteers will be befriending vulnerable adults, all volunteers will be required to undergo a police check, although a conviction will not necessarily preclude a person from becoming a befriender. We are interested in hearing from potential volunteers who:
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have a genuine interest in people
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display common sense
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can communicate well, are open minded, reliable and accepting of others
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can be a good listener
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show sensitivity
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have a sense of humour
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can devote time on a regular basis
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can develop friendships with a view to sharing interests and hobbies
What can we offer you?
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an initial induction training course and on going training
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regular contact and support
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out of pocket expenses
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fun!
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the opportunity to be involved in an active community
What some residents would like to do with befrienders
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'I like badminton, music, cinema and would like someone to go walking with, for coffee outings or to help me write letters.'
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'I would like to meet someone outside our community for social events and chats.'
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'I like movies, going out for meals, birds of prey, animals and concerts.'
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'I like football, golf driving range, swimming, shopping and lunch out. I like to get phone calls even if I can't go out.'
Friends of workshops
We are also looking for volunteers who could be a friend to a workshop – someone who could support the individual on a one-to-one basis with their activity in the workshop.
So how can I find out more?
If you think you would like to find out more about befriending then give Jane Brooks a call on 01350 723 206 or email: janebrooks@corbeniccamphill.co.uk.