Volunteer Buddy
Organisation role · 1–2 hrs/Week
7 the Crescent, Taunton, Taunton, TA1 4EA, United Kingdom
AccompanyingAdvice & MentoringSocial contactBefriending
Poverty reductionSocial justice
Contact person
Rosie HatherAsk Rosie a question
Arc
#28620
Scan me or visit www.sparkachange.org.uk/o/Arc/opportunities/Volunteer-Buddy/28620 to join
Scan me or visit www.sparkachange.org.uk/o/Arc/opportunities/Volunteer-Buddy/28620 to join
Summary
We are looking for people to befriend and help our clients to develop the confidence to tackle everyday tasks and activities.Detailed description
Are you:
- Over 18
- Patient
- Approachable
- Non-judgemental
- Willing to socialise with someone living in temporary accommodation?
We are looking for people to help our clients get out and about and develop the confidence to tackle everyday tasks and activities.
Working with an individual, you could:
- Meet up for a coffee and a chat
- Go out bowling or for a walk
- Help build their confidence to try new things or attend appointments.
Could you commit to an hour or two a week? If so, we’d love to hear from you.
What’s in it for you?
This is an opportunity to make a real difference to people’s lives by giving them the confidence to move towards more independent living.
Along the way you’ll:
- meet new people
- improve your communication skills
- build your confidence
- learn about the range of issues affecting our clients
- inspire others to improve their lives
Training and out of pocket expenses reimbursed.
What volunteers need😇 Disclosure and Barring Service
What we will provide to volunteers
💸 Reimbursement of costsAbout Arc
We house, support, and enable homeless people to maximise their potential.