Volunteer Befriender - Face to Face Visits

Job Introduction

** VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITY **

Volunteer Befriender

Location: Local community (home visits & phone calls)
Time commitment: 1–2 hours per week
Role type: Voluntary (unpaid)

About the Role

Could you spare 30 minutes to an hour to brighten someone’s day?

As a Volunteer Befriender, you’ll provide regular face-to-face visits or friendly phone calls to people who are feeling lonely or socially isolated. Your time, conversation, and companionship can make a huge difference to someone’s wellbeing.

What You’ll Do

• Visit an older person in their home or offer regular friendly calls

• Provide conversation, company, and a listening ear

• Help reduce loneliness and build meaningful connections

What We Offer

• Full training before you start

• Ongoing support from a dedicated Friendship Coordinator

• A rewarding opportunity to give back to your community

What You’ll Need

• A friendly, reliable, and compassionate approach

• Ability to provide two character references

• Willingness to complete an enhanced DBS check
  (arranged and paid for by Age Well East)

Interested?

If you’d like to make a positive impact and help someone feel less alone, apply to become a Volunteer Befriender today.