A CHARITY is encouraging potential volunteers to help provide social contact and friendship for those living in care homes.
Care Home Volunteers is setting up an event at Wroughton Library on September 6 to offer an opportunity to learn more about the role.
The charity is looking for caring and friendly volunteers who can spend some time visiting elderly people in care homes across Swindon.
No previous experience is required and volunteers are supported with a training programme to help them gain insight and expertise in their with older people.
A spokesman for the charity said: “As little as one hour each week can provide an enjoyable and fulfilling experience for both the volunteer and older person being visited.”
For further information contact Jeni, volunteer co-ordinator on 07922 507848.
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