Name of Organisation: Age UK Norfolk Date: 20.5.25
The aim and activities of organisation: We are an independent charity focused on helping make Norfolk a great place to grow older. Discover our services, from information and advice to befriending and digital inclusion.
Contact details for potential volunteers to find out more: Volunteer Coordinator-Laura Hawkie-Chapman
Email :volunteering@ageuknorfolk.org.uk 016030785210
Website or FB page : Age UK Norfolk | Volunteer with u
Title of volunteer role – Companionship Volunteer
Role description – Making weekly calls to an older person or visiting them in their home. To support older people on a short term basis to get out and about whether walking or using public transport to attend appointments, go shopping or attend community groups etc.
Minimum time commitment & flexibility – Telephone Befriending is 30 minutes a week. Calls to be made between 9-6.30pm. Journeys for Travelling or face to face Companionship can be done Mon-Friday 10-4pm. Volunteering a morning/afternoon once a week or every 2 week.
Any specific skills or experience required – • The ability to relate to and empathise with older people. • Good communication and I.T. skills • An ability to talk to people on a wide range of subjects.• Ability to give and to accept support as part of a team.• Reliability and trustworthiness.• Ability to work on own initiative.• A positive and cheerful outlook.
All roles require DBS check.
One off volunteer taster/ drop-ins available – No.
Training offered and skills development potential – Training and ongoing support is provided. Level of training will depend on the volunteer role. Contact us for more information. Expenses, such as the cost of mileage and phone calls are paid for.
Other information: Volunteering is a great way to give back to your local community and make a difference in people’s lives. Without the help and support of our incredible volunteers, we would not be able to help as many people as we do.