Volunteer Neighbourly Connector

**Join us in making a meaningful impact**

Amidst the post-pandemic world, a surge in older individuals seeking companionship has emerged. Now, more than ever, human connection is vital. Become a Home or Telephone Support Befriender and play a pivotal role in brightening someone's day.

**What You'll Do**:
Offer companionship through phone calls or in-person visits

Engage in activities such as tea chats, reading, board games, and digital skill teaching

Provide support for venturing out or simply spending time at home

**Skills We Seek**:
Kindness, empathy, and friendliness

A good sense of humour and a love for conversation

Punctuality, reliability, and adherence to confidentiality procedures

**Reasons to Volunteer**:
Support, enable, and empower older individuals

Make a difference in your local community

Provide emotional support, social skills, and confidence

Utilise your excellent verbal communication and listening skills

**Benefits for You**:
Guidance from a dedicated Befriender Coordinator

Development of client-facing skills

Insight into issues affecting older individuals

Building genuine relationships appreciated by those you support

Skills certification and recognition events for your volunteering efforts

**Inclusivity Matters**:
Ready to make a difference? Join us on this fulfilling journey

**Role Context**

Age UK Ealing’s mission is to promote the wellbeing of all older people in Ealing and empower them to achieve full quality of life. We provide a range of support services for older people in the London Borough of Ealing including Information and Advice Service, Day Centre, Befriending and Digital Inclusion. We also run Greenford Community Centre, where our office and services are based alongside a range of other community activities.

This is an important and highly valued role, which aims to provide companionship, and to help combat loneliness and social isolation among older and vulnerable members of our community.

**How much time is involved?**

2-4 hours per week. Days and times are flexible as agreed with your supervisor. We hope you would be able to commit to at least 6 months.

**Expenses and Insurance**:
**Responsible to**: Designated Manager

**Job Type**: Volunteer

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Free or subsidised travel

Work Location: On the road