Volunteering Opportunity: VO90116

• Young Carers Befriender (CENTRAL FIFE)
  with Lead Scotland.

  Created/last updated: 24/03/2025

  
  

  About this opportunity:	Offering 1:1 befriending support to young carers (aged 12-18) who feel isolated, lonely or disconnected  •  Making a valuable difference to someone's life by undertaking a social role and offering them some 'me' time away from their caring role and enabling them to access more opportunities within their community  •  You can do this by chatting with someone on the phone, going out for coffee, taking a walk together, finding a hobby or joining a local group  •  Befrienders help people build their confidence, connect more with their communities and meet new people  •
  Takes place:	mornings afternoons evenings Mondays Tuesdays Wednesdays Thursdays Fridays Saturdays Sundays
  Minimum age:	18
  Maximum age:	100
  Training provided:	Induction training, relevant to the role of a befriender with the young carers' project, will take place before the volunteer is matched with a young carer. Other training, including Boundaries and Child Protection, will be available. This opportunity is compatible with the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12-25.
  Out of pocket expenses paid?	Yes - Travel and out of pocket expenses reimbursed monthly
  Experience required:	No specific requirements for experience were provided by the organisation.
  Restrictions on who can volunteer	No restrictions were specified.
  Application process:	Application Form; Informal Chat; Interview; PVG membership required; References; Trial Period
  Taster available?	No, not for this opportunity.
  Travel Details	In-person meetings in the local community. Specific areas: Glenrothes, Methil and Leven
  Saltire Award	This opportunity is compatible with the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12-25.