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  • Befriender
    with Continuing Care Service North East Fife

    Volunteer Opportunity No. VO47125 - Created/last updated: 04/08/2020



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    Opportunity

    About this opportunity:Our volunteers help maintain quality of life and encourage social contact, according to client's wishes and needs. Clients who are identified for befriending will be assessed by our Co-ordinator and matched with a volunteer who will visit or arrange short outings according to the Client's wishes.

    Takes place:
    morningsafternoonsevenings
    Mondays
    Tuesdays
    Wednesdays
    Thursdays
    Fridays
    Saturdays
    Sundays
    Minimum age:18
    Maximum age:no upper age limit has been specified
    Training provided:Volunteer will be offered support.
    Out of pocket expenses paid?
    Yes - Volunteers who use their own transport are reimbursed at a rate of 45p per mile.

    Experience required:Patience, outgoing, people person, who can be discrete and helpful.

    Restrictions on who can volunteer
    No restrictions were specified.

    Application process:Application Form; Induction/Training; Informal Chat; Interview; PVG membership required; References

    Taster available?No, not for this opportunity.

    Travel DetailsOur befriending service is confined to towns and communities within North-East Fife.

    Saltire AwardThis opportunity is not suitable for Saltire Awards (for volunteers aged 12-25).

    What Now?

    To enquire/register an interest in this opportunity call us (FVA) on 0800 389 6046, e-mail us, or fill out this form:

    Please tell us what age group you are in:
    Are you looking to improve your employability prospects by volunteering?    

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