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Befriending

Frequently financial help is not the prime need, but the knowledge that someone cares can be a good support in times of difficulty.  Many volunteers visit and befriend those who are elderly, infirm or lonely.

If you or someone you know is isolated, perhaps in ill-health, caring for someone who is sick or disabled, a single parent, or trying to regain employment in the property industry after a period of absence, regular contact with someone who can share interests and concerns can be a valuable support.

Elderly people often welcome a visit from someone who can offer a little practical help with shopping or gardening, or just pop in for a chat.

People taking on a caring role, or who are single parents, may have little time for expressing their own needs and welcome contact with someone who they can talk to about things they cannot discuss with those for whom they are caring, or perhaps go out for a coffee, shopping or social activity.

Sick or disabled people may welcome a visit from someone employed in a similar area of work who can keep them in touch with developments in the work or reflect on past events.

People wanting to return to work after a long period of absence may welcome the support and guidance of someone with whom they can develop a relationship of trust and mutual respect, who can give honest and constructive advice on preparing a CV, submitting job applications and pitching applications at the next level.

Click here if you would like to receive a visit, or telephone a welfare advisor on 0845 6039057 if you would like to use this service.

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