We
are looking for Telephone Befrienders to phone an older person in their
community who is feeling lonely or isolated. Telephone Befrienders have a chat
with the older person once per week for companionship: this involves a call of
up to an hour a week so that a friendship can develop. The telephone calls
can be made from home, at a regular time each week if possible. The
Befriender can phone one or more people, depending on their availability.
A DBS certificate is required, this is arranged by Age Concern Southend
at no cost to the volunteer.
Good listening and communication skills are required.
Start Date: 03/06/2025
End Date: 15/05/2026
| Slot | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Afternoon | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Evening | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
This opportunity can be carried out whilst working from home.
QVSR Tilbury Seafarers Centre
Parents Aid
North Fambridge Village Hall Management Committee
Talliston House & Gardens
South Essex Community Hub
Age Concern - Southend
Age Concern - Southend
Age Concern - Southend