Criteria Required
• Min. 6 months commitment (1 hour per session) • Passionate about working with seniors to promote active aging • Positive, patient, and willing to lend a listening ear to seniors • Able to converse well with seniors in English/Mandarin. • Knowledge of dialects is a bonus. • Orientation will be provided to equip volunteers with the essential skills to be a befriender. • Suitable for 18 years old and above. Open to All, Organisations or Groups
Responsiblity
• Visit and befriend seniors to ensure their well-being, provide support and reduce social isolation. • Encourage seniors to participate in centre activities and help them rediscover skills and confidence. • Act as eyes and ears by providing feedback on visits to staff, highlighting the needs of seniors. • Identify signs of self-neglect, risk of self-harm and potential home hazards (e.g. fall risks).
