Home Visitor/ BEFRIENDER for visually impaired clients

Role Details

Expires:
2026-10-01

Requres DBS:
Yes

Expenses Given:
Yes

Own Transport Required:
Yes

Disability Friendly:
Yes

Description

Volunteers are required to visit blind / partially sighted clients in their own homes.  This could involve having a cup of tea and a chat, possibly reading mail, writing replies.

Befriender

  • Provide regular companionship and social interaction.
  • Offer emotional support and a listening ear.
  • Help reduce loneliness and social isolation.
  • Assist with reading letters, menus, notices, or other printed information when requested.
  • Encourage confidence, independence, and community participation.
  • Help with making telephone calls or accessing information if needed.
  • Respect the person’s dignity, choices, and independence at all times.
  • Maintain confidentiality and safeguarding standards.
  • Report any concerns regarding the individual’s wellbeing through the appropriate channels.

 

 

  • Compassionate and caring with a genuine desire to help others.

 

 

  • Patient and understanding, allowing individuals to communicate and complete tasks at their own pace.

 

 

  • Excellent listening skills and the ability to provide emotional support.

 

 

  • Friendly and approachable, building trust and positive relationships.

 

 

  • Reliable and dependable, maintaining regular contact and commitments.

 

 

  • Respectful of dignity, independence, and personal choices.

 

 

  • Good communication skills, including the ability to clearly describe visual information.

 

 

  • Empathetic and non-judgmental towards people from diverse backgrounds.

 

 

  • Trustworthy and able to maintain confidentiality.

 

 

  • Positive and encouraging, helping to build confidence and reduce social isolation.

 

 

  • Flexible and adaptable to changing needs and circumstances.

 

 

  • Observant and aware of safety considerations within the home and community.

 

 

What we ask of you as a home-visiting volunteer:

  • undergo a criminal record check at an enhanced level,
  • attend our free volunteer visual awareness preparation course with other new volunteers. This takes place before you do your visits
  • be able to visit them at home, once a week, for around two hours, to support them,
  • be able to commit to at least a six month period of support,
  • have a non-judgemental attitude and understand the pressure of being visually impaired

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