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The Enabling Connections Sandwell project provides short-term, structured befriending support to older people who would benefit from greater confidence, independence and connection within their local community.
Over approximately six months, each person will be matched with a volunteer who will meet with them weekly and help them identify a meaningful personal goal, such as attending a community group, using public transport, developing digital skills or reconnecting with a favourite activity.
Rather than offering open-ended befriending, the project focuses on steady progress towards independence. Volunteers will provide encouragement, practical support and companionship while helping individuals take manageable steps towards their goals. By the end of the support period, the aim is for each older person to feel more confident, socially connected, and able to continue accessing activities and opportunities independently once support ends.
Age UK Sandwell is a local independent charity that supports people aged 50 and over, their families and carers. It helps older people stay informed, independent and connected by offering free confidential information and advice, later-life planning support, dementia support, activities, and services that promote wellbeing and social engagement.
Louise Crowther
0121 824 1459
volunteering.enco@ageuksandwell.org.uk
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Please contact us to discuss any access requirements
• Friendly, patient and encouraging.
• A good listener and communicator.
• Reliable and able to attend regularly for the 6 months duration following week one
• Comfortable supporting someone to work towards agreed goals.
• Able to motivate someone without taking over or doing everything for them.
• Understanding of professional boundaries and the importance of promoting independence.
• Willing to learn about local services, groups, activities and transport.
• Confident using basic IT, email and online searches.
• Impact - Witness a direct, visible transformation in someone’s life from week 1 to week 24.
• New Skills - Gain high-quality training in goal setting, mentoring, and active listening.
• Set Time - A defined six-month volunteering opportunity, perfect if you want to make a huge difference but cannot commit to a long-term volunteering role.
• Travel Expenses will be reimbursed
Yes
18+
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