Young Friends Programme

Our Young Friends Programme offers volunteering opportunities for young people aged 14-18 years. Volunteers can support the charity by working on various projects.

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There are a number of ways that young people can get involved with the charity including:

  • Young Friends Befriending (16-18 years) where you visit residents in local Care Homes or help at one of our day clubs. Our aim here is to bring younger and older generations together to reduce loneliness and isolation which can impact the health and wellbeing of any age group. It also helps to build trust and develop understanding between the generations - beneficial to both older and younger people.
  • Organise a Fundraising Event
  • Help us with Marketing or Craft Projects.

What do students gain?

  • Valuable work experience with a charity.
  • References available after a full year’s volunteering.
  • Assessors report for volunteering section of Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme.
  • FREE DBS check (Disclosure & Barring Service).
  • Training courses.

Make a difference by supporting your local community.

To get involved and find our more information - get in touch and fill in our simple online form.

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This is how the Application process works for [14 - 15 years]Young Friends Programme Application Process for 14-15 years 2024

This is how the Application process works for [16 - 18 years]Young Friends Programme Volunteer Application for 16 - 18 YEARS 2024

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