Many of us approach the end of one year and the beginning of a new one thinking about what we can do differently. Here’s a great opportunity to make some changes, meet some new people and most importantly have a huge positive impact within your community.
Readycall Macmillan is a local charity offering a befriending service throughout the Derbyshire Dales. We support people age 60 and over who are isolated, vulnerable or lonely, people living with disabilities and health issues including cancer and those who care for them. Befriending can take many forms, from popping in for a cuppa, to going out with someone, maybe shopping or going to a cafe. We also offer more practical befriending support on occasions – dog walking, curtain hanging, etc. In turn, Volunteers receive out of pocket expenses, free training sessions and continuous support for you in your role.
A new user who has recently started seeing a volunteer commented; “I was so impressed and grateful. I make sure I tell everyone about how good the service is. I even photocopied the leaflet to give to the vicar and mother’s union.”
We ask our befriending volunteers to commit to offering an hour or two, either weekly or fortnightly. We also offer ad hoc driving opportunities to suit your availability providing lifts to people for cancer related medical appointments.
What better time to make a change than 2017? If you feel this is something you would be interested, or that we might be able to help you, please do get in touch. We’ll tell you all about the service and take it from there. Call us on 01629 693693 or email sam@vcspd.org.