Befriender
Make a difference by providing company and conversation to an older person in Croydon.
Our Befriending service supports older adults by alleviating loneliness and isolation, supporting independence, and increasing self-confidence, by making weekly or fortnightly visits to a client living in the borough of Croydon.
What is we ask of you:
- To provide companionship to a Client in their home for 1 hour per week, or a weekly 30 minute phone call.
- To give weekly updates of visits to the Befriending Coordinator.
- Willingness to adhere to Age UK Croydon's policies and procedures.
- What you will gain:
- The opportunity to make a positive difference to someone's week
- Training, and regular support and supervision
- Travel expenses where applicable
- The opportunity to take part in our Volunteering Programme events
Interested? Fill out our volunteer application form below.
Alternatively, contact our Volunteering Team for more information: volunteering@ageukcroydon.org.uk.