As an independent charity in Norwich, our mission is to improve the quality of later life by working with our residents to create an age friendly and inclusive city where they can thrive, supported by ...
Telephone Befriending Volunteer
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Volunteering • Organisation role
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Volunteer Centre
#60766
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Make a difference to those who experience loneliness and isolation with regular friendly chats over the phone.
We are looking for volunteers over the age of 18 to join our Telephone Befriending Service. We have many clients living in Norwich who are lonely and isolated, and we know that a friendly chat over the phone is a lifeline to them.
We have a dedicated team who will support your volunteering journey from your initial enquiry through to an induction training session and finally ‘match’ you with someone who shares similar interests to support conversation and spark a new friendship. The time commitment will be agreed between you and your Befriendee so it can be flexible around your lifestyle.
As we are working vulnerable adults, all volunteers are subject to a DBS check and we do ask for two references before you start volunteering with us.
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About Age UK Norwich
As an independent charity in Norwich, our mission is to improve the quality of later life by working with our residents to create an age friendly and inclusive city where they can thrive, supported by opportunity and services that enhance and protect their health and well-being. Our services are open to anyone aged 50+.
For more information about our volunteering opportunities please email volunteering@ageuknorwich.org.uk or call 01603 496333.
The organiser has marked this opportunity as filled. Applications are closed. You can find other volunteering opportunities here.