 | What does it do?Information will be supplied about the befriending services and about other help that we can offer.
All volunteers are mature, friendly people. They normally visit once a week and will provide support and friendship. Voluntary visitors may assist an older person to go out. Bereavement volunteers will continue to offer support until the service user feels able to cope |
Who it is for: This service is for older people who live alone and are isolated, perhaps by bereavement, ill health, disability or loss of social networks. | Where it is available: Local service covering: Newcastle upon Tyne (Tyne and Wear). | How to access or apply for it: Contact: Volunteering & Befriending Officer on 0191 235 9926 | What to expect then: The Service Manager will discuss an individual’s needs and aspirations with them and match them with a volunteer who has similar interests.
Service users will be invited to attend social outings and discussion events. Our aim is to provide them with opportunities to contribute to their community to meet new people and to have fun!
Contact: Volunteering & Befriending Officer on 0191 235 9926 | Classification(s): Socialising, Companionship /befriending | Info last updated: 15/02/2012. |
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