A new service is being delivered at the Old Foundry Road flats in Ipswich. This service has been designed to help residents find out information on a range of issues such as improving wellbeing, dealing with rent arrears/ finances, volunteering, employment etc. The Information drop-in runs fortnightly on Wednesdays from 10AM until 12.30PM.
Up coming AGM
The next AGM will take place on Tuesday 4th February 2020.
Please contact the office via the following email info@thebefriendingscheme.org.uk if you wish to attend.
FRIENDS COMMUNITY FARM GROUP LEADER - THIS VACANCY IS NOW FILLED
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS 04/02/2020
THIS VACANCY HAS NOW BEEN FILLED
An opportunity has arisen to be part of an exciting project. The Befriending Scheme (TBS) is an established charity set up 30 years ago, to provide friendship and learning opportunities for vulnerable adults aged 16+.
An exciting recent development is the setting up of a community farm, near Sudbury, that will provide ongoing and one-off placements for vulnerable adults, young people and families especially those with learning and/or physical disabilities. We are looking for an energetic individual with sound organisational and practical skills who has the ability to think creatively and can be flexible and dynamic in their approach.
The successful candidate will work closely with the Farm Manager and be responsible for implementing a programme of, and managing, group activities.
You should be a competent cook and have experience of teaching life and independent living skills. A sound knowledge of horticulture is essential as is an ability to manage DIY projects on the Farm. Experience of working with vulnerable people or those with learning difficulties is highly desirable The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate how they will contribute to the development and growth of the community farm. This is a 30 hour a week post but the successful candidate should be able to work in a flexible way, including occasional hours at evenings, weekends and bank holidays.
Lets go on an adventure!!!
We’ve got an exciting opportunity to offer unpaid carers and their cared for person in Lowestoft!
If you are caring for an individual with learning disability (unpaid), you and your cared for person can join us on a trip to Norwich Castle in March for only £5 per person.
If you would more information or would like to book your place, please contact The Befriending Scheme office on 01787 371 333.
We look forward to going on an adventure with you!
Lowestoft Hub
The members of our Lowestoft Hub completed a Colouring and Technology Course on Friday.
They were all very proud and pleased with their certificates!
Volunteer Training Opportunities
The Befriending Scheme offer a exciting range of volunteer training courses for all of our registered volunteers, including;
Mental health awareness.
Professional Boundaries.
Safeguarding (Adults and Children).
Learning Disability Awareness.
Mental Capacity.
These courses help the individual to learn new skills, build confidence and feel empowered in their role as a volunteer.