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Published: 20/11/2006 Updated: 07/09/2011
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Befriender/support worker

When We Need You

From 20/11/2006 onwards

About Opportunity

We are hoping that membership of the club will help people rebuild their links with the wider community. We are looking for volunteers with a local connection who will ber able to share their experiences of the area. We encourage younger volunteers in an effort to break down generational barriers.

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About Upkeep Furniture Recycling Project

Provision and management of social housing is the associations main function. We are also involved in community development and social care as part of our wider role remit.

Skills & Experience

Someone who is approachable and can relate well with the elderly. Someone with committment and can have fun.

Travel Details

First bus 62 along Shettleston Road to Edrom Street. 3/4 minutes walk away from Pettigrew St.

Restrictions

No Gender Restriction

Requirements

Induction/Training, Informal Chat, Police Check

Training and Induction Details

Association staff will provide on going support to volunteers on aims and objectives of the association.

Work Type

Befriending / Mentoring

Client Group

Elderly

Expenses Detail

We will pay on a weekly basis for volunteer travelling expenses.

Accessibility Details

Wheelchair Access
Disabled Toilet

Frequency & Commitment

Minimue 3 hours per week. As much as possible.

Minimum Age

Volunteers must be at least 16 years of age.

Volunteers Required

3

Reference Code

33-86

Opportunity Provided By

Volunteer Centre Glasgow

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Contact Details


65 Pettigrew Street
Shettleston
Glasgow
Scotland
G32 7XR


Contact: John Thomson
Tel: 0141-763-0511/07530985487
Email: john@upkeepglasgow.org.uk
Website: http://www.upkeepglasgow....

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