This service aims to compliment
our existing services in supporting and offering
companionship for older people in their own homes.
The service is for older people who are socially
isolated due to illness or disability.
The service provides trained volunteers who have
also been through enhanced disclosure checks
(similar to old police check). Volunteers are
matched with an older person. They will visit weekly
or fortnightly at a mutually agreeable time and day.
The volunteer befriender will support the person in
undertaking various activities such as: “one off”
appointments, leisure activities and social events.
The manager and volunteer recruitment
officer will support the volunteer and older person
by maintaining regular contact to ensure any changes
or issues are monitored and agreed to everyone’s
satisfaction.
For more information on receiving this service
contact the office
on 0131-331- 5570 or
download an application form and post to the office at the
following address:-
QCCC
The Haven
25b Burgess Road
South Queensferry
EH309JA
If you are interested in becoming a
volunteer befriender, click on the volunteering
link. |
