Volunteering

Join us as a Companion Volunteer!

 

Marmalade Companions is a time-limited, 1:1 project operating from February until July across Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire.  Based on the enabling/empowering social prescribing model, trained volunteers make a weekly call to members focusing on their specific needs and interests.  These conversations lead to volunteers signposting them to local social activities and community support, to improve their social connections.

 

We recognise that loneliness is a subjective experience, and there is no ‘one size fits all’ approach that will prevent everyone from feeling lonely. By matching a trained volunteer with each Marmalade member, we can ensure that each individual receives a tailored response that connects them with the kinds of services and support they think would help them.

 

By building a trusting relationship through regular phone contact (30 minutes/week), companions offer help and support to build the member's confidence, form new social links and access services needed. Signposting to new activities or ways of making social connections inside or outside the home, is a key part of the volunteer role.