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Age Well East

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Everyone deserves to age well, and have the support they need, but as we grow older, changes and challenges happen.

We advise and provide practical information; we connect communities to tackle loneliness and encourage mental and physical wellness.

We also offer support to people in later years who are experiencing emotional challenges, such as caring for someone at the end of their life or living through bereavement, and we support people and their carers through a dementia diagnosis. We do this to improve people’s quality of life, especially during hard or challenging times.

Whether it be a query about pensions, housing, or help to find a trusted plumber, we can provide excellent and trusted advice and support. From empowering people to navigate the benefit system to putting them in touch with volunteer friends who are relatable and compassionate.

Whatever is preventing people from ageing well, we are here to help them solve it.

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  • Befriender - Home Visiting

    This opportunity is ongoing, with no end date.

    As a Befriender, you'll visit a homebound, isolated client offering companionship and friendship. By spending just 1 hour a week, you'll make a meaningful impact on their life, helping reduce loneliness and improve their well-being. The role is flexible, fitting around both you and the client. It's a truly rewarding opportunity to make a difference.

    Many homebound individuals experience loneliness, and your visit could be the only interaction they have that week. As a Befriender, you’ll provide companionship, a listening ear, and a friendly face, offering vital support to help ease their isolation. By committing just 1 hour a week, you’ll make a real difference, bringing comfort, joy, and human connection into their lives. Your visits will brighten their day and help improve their well-being. This is a rewarding opportunity to offer someone the gift of friendship when they need it most.

    • Your CampusChelmsford, Online and At Home
    • InterestsMentoring, Community Action, Healthcare
    • FrequencyOn-Going
    • Communication and Literacy
    • Emotional Intelligence
    • Intercultural Awareness
    • Resilience
    • Self-Management
    • Social Responsibility
    • Team Work
  • Phone Befriender

    This opportunity is ongoing, with no end date.

    Age Well East’s Telephone Befriending service connects volunteers with adults aged 18+ for weekly 30-minute calls. Volunteers are matched with the same client to build a consistent, supportive friendship and brighten their day. A simple act of kindness that combats loneliness and provides valuable companionship. This volunteering opportunity is flexible around the volunteer's schedule.

    As a telephone befriender, you will commit to making just one call per week, lasting approximately 30 minutes. During these calls, your role is simple but incredibly impactful – to listen, offer companionship and engage in conversation. You will be matched with the same person each week, allowing you to build a meaningful, supportive relationship over time.

    By offering a listening ear, you can help reduce feelings of loneliness and isolation, providing comfort and reassurance to someone who may not have regular social contact. Your calls can make a profound difference to their mental wellbeing, creating a positive, lasting impact on their life.

    By sharing your time and kindness, you’ll help someone feel valued, supported and less alone. 

    If you're looking for a flexible and meaningful way to make a difference, our Telephone Befriending role is for you.

    • Your CampusCambridge, Peterborough, Distance Learner, Chelmsford, London, Online and At Home
    • InterestsMentoring, Community Action, Healthcare
    • FrequencyOn-Going
    • Communication and Literacy
    • Emotional Intelligence
    • Intercultural Awareness
    • Resilience
    • Self-Management
    • Social Responsibility
    • Team Work
  • Befriending - Community Companion

    This opportunity is ongoing, with no end date.

    As a Community Companion, you'll support a client in the Chelmsford District to access their local community and attend groups/activities for the first time. Over approx 8 weeks, you'll encourage social interactions and help build their confidence. The role requires 2 hours per week, at a time that works for both you and the client.

    As a Community Companion, you will be matched with a client who may feel anxious or shy about attending a community setting alone. 

    Over the course of approximately 8 weeks, you’ll support them in building confidence and accessing their local community. This could involve helping with public transport, attending groups or clubs together, meeting for a coffee and encouraging social interactions with others.

    Your role is to provide gentle support, helping the client feel more confident and connected with their community. 

    The time commitment is approximately 2 hours per week, scheduled at a time that suits both you and the client. 

    This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in someone's life by offering companionship and a boost to their social confidence.

    • Your CampusChelmsford, Online and At Home
    • InterestsMentoring, Community Action, Healthcare
    • FrequencyOn-Going
    • Communication and Literacy
    • Emotional Intelligence
    • Resilience
    • Social Responsibility
  • Digital Friend

    This opportunity is ongoing, with no end date.

    A Digital Friend Volunteer transforms the lives of homebound older adults by empowering them to connect with the world through basic digital skills training. Many older adults face loneliness and isolation, but with your guidance, they can discover the joy of video calls with loved ones, navigating the internet, and accessing online services that bring convenience and connection to their lives.

    As a Digital Friend, you don’t just teach technology - you offer companionship, patience, and a lifeline to a world that might otherwise feel out of reach. With every small victory, like sending a text or video calling a loved one, you help build their confidence and independence. Your time and kindness can open doors to new possibilities, rekindling a sense of belonging and hope.

    Connect & Empower: Help older adults learn basic digital skills to stay connected with family, access shopping online and regain independence.

    Bridge the Gap: Too many seniors are left behind in a digital world. Your support can help them navigate essential services like GP appointments and NHS apps.

    Combat Isolation: Volunteers help open up new possibilities, reduce loneliness and give seniors the opportunity to connect with others beyond the walls of their home.

    Age Well East provides all training materials and resources required.

    • Your CampusChelmsford
    • InterestsCommunity Action, Education, Healthcare
    • FrequencyOn-Going
    • Application of IT
    • Communication and Literacy
    • Emotional Intelligence
    • Negotiation and Influencing
    • Problem-solving
    • Resilience
    • Self-Management
    • Social Responsibility
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