Volunteer for new Buddy scheme

Nicola Shannon, Positive Buddy Coordinator, Scarborough Survivors & Crisis Café

I’m the mentor for our up-and-coming Positive Buddy Scheme based at Scarborough Survivors.

We are looking to recruit volunteers to become a Positive Buddy who will support clients in their own home and who are struggling to take the first step to venture out and access services – whether this be an appointment, an activity or just a short walk – our Buddy will be there to offer support.

The Buddy will work on a one to one basis with their client, helping to boost

confidence and work on areas that their client is particularly struggling with, this can include Buddy’s helping build friendships and relationships, working through ongoing mental health problems, and liaising with professionals alongside their client.

All volunteers will undergo an initial DBS check and two references will be required before being given full training.

For more information about the Positive Buddy Scheme email Buddies. Survivors@outlook.com DEMENTIA CARE

We are looking to recruit volunteers to become a Positive Buddy

An autumn view of the Spa Bridge, Scarborough, by Maggie Lambert.