Befriending
Befriending is a one-to-one relationship offered to people living in the community who have experienced, or are experiencing mental health problems. We recognise that mental health problems can, for a number of reasons, make people very isolated. The service matches trained volunteers with people who have been referred to us and the aim of this relationship is to help by:
Relieving loneliness and isolation
Listening and trying to understand
Trying to help stablish links with the local
community through social,
leisure and recreational activities
Befriending relationships last approximately one year.
How do I access the Scheme?
By referral only. A social worker, CPN, Support Worker, GP or other mental health professional can do this.
How much does it cost?
The befriending scheme is free of charge, although clients must pay their own share of any activity undertaken.
If you would like to make a donation to this scheme, it would be very much appreciated.
Could I become a volunteer befriender?
Volunteers come from all walks of life and the qualities we look for include a genuine interest in people, friendliness and patience. All volunteers must supply two references, undergo a Disclosure Scotland check and attend an in-house training course. Volunteers receive out of pocket expenses from FDAMH. Expenses cannot be offered to clients and this should be considered when planning outings.
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