The Good Neighbours Scheme
What is Good Neighbours?
The Good Neighbours Scheme is managed by the Salvation Army and responds to the needs of the most vulnerable by meeting people at their point of need. Our approach is holistic, engaging with peole's physical, emotional and spiritual needs.
Good Neighbours runs a number of projects that seek to support older people to live life in all its fullness.
We aim to:
promote independent living
Tackle isolation
Promote a healthier lifestyle
Help to build confidence
Have a voice in things that affect you
Meet the needs of the most vulnerable
We Offer:
Visiting Befriending. This service is for people who have difficulty going out into the community and would welcome home visits to chat, share news.
Telephone Befriending 'Caring Calls'. This service is for those who would welcome a friendly chat on the telephone.
'Young at Heart' Day Opportunities. This runs twice a week from 9.30am to 3pm. We offer a friendly and safe place to make friends and enjoy a full and varied programme of activities.
Luncheon Club. Offers a three course nutritious meal.
Community Support Team. We offer one to one support that is led by your needs. This may include: general advice for independent living, services and activities where you live. General advice on housing and benefits issues.
Gardening Maintenance. We offer low level gardening maintenance for older people who can no longer manage their gardens and have no other support to do it themselves.
For more information about any of these services please contact us:
Tel: 01733 892013
VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES
Volunteering is a good way to get involved in your local community - to use your skills, build your confidence and gain valuable work experience.
We offer many different opportunities including:
Visiting or regulalry telephoning someone who is isolated.
Help with shopping
Help with attending health appointments
Support older people to complete forms and paperwork
Light gardening maintenance
Helping in our 'Young at Heart' day opportunities
help with fundraising events
Take part in the co-production of service design
All volunteers with Good Neighbours can expect:
Full support and training
general administrative support
Full reimbursement of out of pocket expenses
Charity No: 214779
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