Befrienders
will usually visit a visually impaired person in their own home, and may be asked to
read and respond to confidential correspondence, read items of interest,
IT support, accompany to medical appointments, short walks, enjoy local trips together or
maybe just sit and talk to offer some companionship. Visits can vary depending
upon individual circumstances and the duration anything from up to an hour or
two. You can devote as much or as little time as you
want to volunteer. Whether it’s a couple
of hours a week, a month or a year, your time and commitment could have a huge
impact on somebody’s life.
Skills
- A liking for and a willingness to help people
- Friendly disposition
- Punctuality
- Reliable
- Flexible
- Good interpersonal skills
- An ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
- An ability to maintain own records.
Benefits
- One day vision
awareness training and on-going support from our Brighton and Hove area
Coordinator
- Improve life-chances and the general well-being of a visually
impaired person who feels isolated & lonely
- Expenses are reimbursed by ESAB
Practical Considerations
- This opportunity takes place in the Brighton,
Hove, Portslade, Rottingdean, Saltdean areas.
- Visits to people will be taken either in their
home, in the community, or in a nursing home or care home.
- An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service
check (DBS) is required as the work involves working with individuals who
may be vulnerable. This will be carried out by East Sussex Association of
Blind and Partially Sighted People
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Register your Interest
