HCCN Buddy Scheme – Befriending Service

May 22, 2024 | Latest News

HCCN Buddy scheme Befriending

Would you like to volunteer for HCCN?

We are looking within our HCCN Community for support with our New Buddy Scheme for The Befriending Service.

Please register by Friday 31st May

About:

We are looking to connect people we already serve with others who would like to have someone who understands their situation, and get in touch by telephone for a wholly confidential “chat” once a week, to listen to them, share interests/experiences, laugh.

How You Can Help:

HCCN are looking for compassionate and committed volunteers to deliver the Befriending Service

[minimum 1 hour per week – from your home].

HCCN will provide volunteers with:

Orientation Day: Monday 17th June 2024, 10.15am – 2:45pm.

Training: Thursday 11th July & 25th July, 10:15am – 2:45pm

Benefits:

  • This is a great opportunity for you to make a valuable contribution to supporting people living with cancer.
  • You will make new friends and have fun too.
  • You will help people struggling through difficult times.
  • You will experience the satisfaction of knowing that your support has encouraged others to stay as emotionally healthy as they can.
  • You’ll have some interesting conversations.
  • You’ll gain a sense of community.
  • You will deepen your own interpersonal skill sets.

Any questions please email: Angela@hccnthecharity.org