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Phone buddy
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Summary
We are looking for volunteers who are able to be part of a team of buddies to Carers who would like the opportunity to have a phone buddy.Detailed description
Working remotely we are looking to trial a new project which provide 1-2 hours cover would love to hear from you if you would like to be a phone buddy for a Carer. The carer may just need a listening ear, a general chat or need signposting back to us. The volunteer would need to listen and make basic notes to send back to the Gloucestershire Carers hub the next day.
The ideal person for this role:
- Clear spoken communication skills
- Excellent manner and people skills
- Confidence in communicating in person
- Pleasant and welcoming manner
- Be comfortable volunteering within a group or by yourself
- Being able to use your own initiative but be able to ask for help when you need it
- Strong organisational skills
- Good timekeeping skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
We want volunteering roles to work around the lives of our volunteers. So can be flexible around you. If you would like to know more about this role or others or maybe you have a great idea to volunteer. Please get in touch.
What we will provide to volunteers
💸 Reimbursement of costs🤝 Extra supportAbout Gloucestershire Carers Hub
If you register with the Carers Hub you will have access to free information, guidance, support, to empower you in your caring role. This could help you to meet other carers and to interact with others in a safe space.
The Carers Hub is an easily accessed service where you can gain support, feel valued and offload your worries or concerns.
What help can I get from Gloucestershire Carers Hub?
Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG), from our supportive Triage team
Wellbeing support
Signposting to other services
Contingency Planning Support
Benefits and financial advice
Full carers assessments, support planning and reviews
Access to groups
Training, social gatherings and activities
Access to the Carer Aware Discount Scheme
Professional counselling service
Buddy Up
Employment support
We offer a safe space to talk about you and your caring role, we will work with you to identify how we can support you.