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People with Learning Disabilities are looking for their befrienders

Circles of Protection

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We will pair you with one of our clients and then you will visit them in their home as well as encouraging trips out to the local area. It might be that you listen to music together, have a chat, go out for a coffee or a walk in the park.

All our clients live in residential care, but have no family or friends.

If you volunteer with us, you'll know that your 2 hours every 2 weeks are making a huge difference to an isolated, vulnerable person.

You will benefit from our expert Safeguarding training and the ongoing support of your supervisor.

This role is ideal for you if you are a patient, compassionate person looking for a flexible role. Ideally you will be available for a couple of hours every fortnight for a minimum of 6 months.

Currently, we are looking for befrienders in Barnet.

Befriending, Buddying & Mentoring,Caring

• The ability to empathise with vulnerable adults • Good listening skills • Trustworthy and reliable • Understanding of confidentiality and respect for people’s privacy • Understanding of professional boundaries

• Making an important contribution to a person’s life • Developing your understanding of the needs of people with learning disabilities • Enhancing your CV and improving your career prospects • Travel expenses covered • References upon request (after 3 months of volunteering)

Further location details may be provided below.

Barbara Aubert

The address is the client's home. It will be disclosed when you start volunteering. Our office address is : Islington Council 222 Upper Street London, N1 1XR

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Contact Barbara on 0207 527 7260 or by email barbara.aubert@islington.gov.uk

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