Volunteer Befriending

Please contact us if you are interested in becoming a #volunteer #Befriender for #lifeworksnorthstaffs

Some of Lifeworks clients are completely isolated from the outside world. We are looking for compassionate, friendly volunteers 18+ to Befriend our clients. Our Autistic clients are often bright but frequently isolated in the community with poor mental health due to problems with social interaction and interpretation. Around 20% of Lifeworks 900+ client’s would have no contact with the outside world if it were not for Lifeworks and around 10% cannot leave their homes without our help.

The Befriending role will involve engaging with a client on a regular (weekly) basis meeting for a chat, a cuppa or just a phone call to help build social interaction. Helping their mental health by having someone to talk to about the issues that are on their mind. Helping resolve issues the client has by reporting back to the office. You’ll be introduced to the client to make sure you’re happy to work together. Receive training, a DBS check, and a mentor for the role. The role is available for any day/time as it will be for the Befriender and client to set a day and time to meet/chat. The role is available in North Staffordshire and Staffordshire Moorlands.

Travel and reasonable role expenses will be paid.