Digital Friend Volunteer

Volunteering opportunity to help older adults aged 60+ who are homebound or feeling isolated get online. Volunteers help clients build digital skills and enjoy the benefits of being online. No technical expertise is required; listening, patience and kindness are the key qualities. This is a voluntary role with no remuneration.

Responsibilities

Help older clients build essential digital skills; Support clients with turning on a laptop and adjusting settings, browsing the internet, booking appointments, shopping online, and video calls with family and friends

Requirements

Willing to provide two character references; Enhanced DBS check (fully covered by Age Well East)

Benefits

Full training; Dedicated Friendship Coordinator to support throughout volunteering; All DBS checks arranged and paid for by Age Well East