Befriending
Longer term volunteering · 1 hrs/Week
From home
Older peopleWellbeing
Volunteering for HealthContact person
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We Are Listening
#98015
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Summary
We Are Listening is looking for compassionate and dedicated volunteers to help us combat social isolationDetailed description
How To Get Involved
Telephone Befriender – Provide regular friendly calls to those feeling isolated (1-2 hours per week).
Post-Box Befriender – Send regular letters or uplifting notes to individuals to boost their wellbeing and brighten their day (1-2 letters per month).
Community Engagement – Help us spread awareness and build connections.
Specialist Support – Offer professional skills (e.g., tech help, admin, fundraising).
Bright Spark Initiative – A heartwarming project connecting students with older adults in care homes through handwritten letters, drawings, and thoughtful cards to bring joy and reduce loneliness.
What we will provide to volunteers
💸 Reimbursement of costsAbout We Are Listening
We aim to provide support to the large and growing section of the UK elderly population who are living alone, isolated and feeling vulnerable.