Telephone Befriending

Background

City Telephone Befriending volunteers help by making weekly telephone calls to bespoke matched City residents, who may be socially isolated, in need of a friendly conversation and someone to talk to.

Commitment

Minimum of 6 months, 30-40 mins per week

Purpose of Role

To support people to who may be socially isolated, lonely or just need a social conversation via a weekly telephone call.

Support Provided

• Telephone Befriender Volunteers will receive tailored training, DBS check and ongoing support from our expert volunteer team.
  

Skills Required

• Good communication with a friendly approachable manner.
  
• Good listening skills.
  
• Patience and understanding.
  
• Reliable and able to commit to the agreed schedule.
  

What's in it for you?

• Helping someone to be more socially included and maintain wellbeing
  
• Doing something that is inspiring and rewarding in your spare time.
  
• Join and participate in peer support groups and meet other volunteers.
  
• Develop new skills and enhance existing knowledge.
  
• Tempo Time Credits for volunteer hours given.