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Reach Out is a project that provides companionship and practical support to older people who are medically vulnerable and at risk of hospital admission, or have recently been discharged from hospital ...
WellbeingOlder people
Support Volunteer
Short term role · 1–3 hrs/Week
Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire, England, United Kingdom
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WellbeingOlder people
Reach Out Hertfordshire
#68808
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Summary
Reach Out helps older people in Hertfordshire who are home from hospital by matching them with a volunteer who can provide practical support and companionship.Detailed description
Reach Out is a project that provides support to those who are recovering from illness or injury and may be at risk of hospital admission. This includes people who have recently been discharged from hospital.
Reach Out can assist people by linking them up with a volunteer in their neighbourhood who can offer companionship and practical support during their recovery.
Reach Out allows people to volunteer flexibly to fit in with their own lifestyles and commitments.
Our Reach Out volunteers have told us that Reach Out has enabled them to:
- Contribute to their community
- Do something rewarding
- Increase knowledge and contribute to personal development
- Increase confidence
- Have fun!
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What we will provide to volunteers
🤝 Extra supportAbout Reach Out Hertfordshire
Reach Out is a project that provides companionship and practical support to older people who are medically vulnerable and at risk of hospital admission, or have recently been discharged from hospital. Reach Out can assist people by linking them up with a volunteer in their neighbourhood who can offer support to them in their own home – helping them to adjust to and recover from illness, whilst also reducing social isolation and loneliness.