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Befrienders - making a difference                                               while gaining rewarding experience


We are always eager to hear from anyone who might be interested in volunteering with us as a Befriender so that even more families can benefit from our service. Our volunteers do not need to have experience working with children and families but we do ask that they:

  • Can spare 2 -3 hours a week
  • Are reliable
  • Are caring and non judgemental
  • Are good listeners
  • Are able to maintain confidentiality
  • Have some understanding of the ups and downs of family life

As well as the satisfaction of helping someone in a time of need all Home Link volunteers receive:

  • Out of pocket expenses (e.g. travel, childcare, both whilst volunteering and for training)
  • Continuous support and supervision from a project worker
  • Careers guidance, personal development and opportunities for further training if desired
  • A reference after 6 months of volunteering with us
  • Invites to organised social events

Ways in which you might help support a family include:

  • Providing a listening ear   
  • Letting a parent discuss any problems in confidence
  • Helping a family find its feet in a new area
  • Helping a family get out and about
  • Giving a parent practical help with the children e.g. at meal times
  • Helping a parent find out about other local services
  • Spending time with children to give a parent a break

Click here for FAQs on Befriending.

Families all have different needs and project workers will do their best to find you a role that meets your interests. If you would like to find out more about volunteering as a Befriender with Home Link, or would like to request a volunteer application pack please call us on 0131 661 0890 or email the Volunteering Officer.

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