Make a difference to the life of a young carer (12 - 18 years) and help provide access to a range of fun, engaging or self-development activities. Lead Scotland's befriending service offers young carers living in Fife some "me" time away from their caring role, enabling them to have access to the same opportunities as their peers. A befriender can have a positive impact on someone's life. Activities can include: going for a short walk together, meeting for a coffee, finding a hobby, accompanying them to college or assisting them to make connections with their local community. Befrienders carry out a purely social role and do not undertake any personal care or domestic duties. "I was very lonely through the pandemic and I looked forward to talking to my befriender each week" – Young Carer "Befriending has really helped X. The pandemic hit us hard as a family and X was struggling to engage. Befriending really helped build their confidence back up" - Parent

Make a difference to the life of a young carer (12 - 18 years) and help provide access to a range of fun, engaging or self-development activities. Lead Scotland's befriending service offers young carers living in Fife some "me" time away from their caring role, enabling them to have access to the same opportunities as their peers. A befriender can have a positive impact on someone's life. Activities can include: going for a short walk together, meeting for a coffee, finding a hobby, accompanying them to college or assisting them to make connections with their local community. Befrienders carry out a purely social role and do not undertake any personal care or domestic duties. "I was very lonely through the pandemic and I looked forward to talking to my befriender each week" – Young Carer "Befriending has really helped X. The pandemic hit us hard as a family and X was struggling to engage. Befriending really helped build their confidence back up" - Parent

Wellbeing Scotland is a voluntary organisation with services across Scotland. We provide a wide range of holistic services for individuals and families whose life experiences have impacted negatively on their wellbeing. Since 1994 we have offered client centred, holistic, trauma informed therapeutic services and have specialised in abuse and trauma work. We work with both children and adults. Due to the Covid 19 crisis our services have never been more needed, and we are currently in need of Volunteer Befrienders in all areas. Do you or anyone you know have a few hours a week to spare to be listening ear to someone who is currently needing a friendly chat? At this time, our befrienders will work remotely by telephone or video calling. No experience necessary(although being a good listener would be an advantage) as training will be provided to help you with this role, and you will be appointed a supervisor for ongoing support. All equipment will also be provided and expenses for out of pocket costs will be reimbursed. Please contact us at email volunteer@wellbeingscotland.org or tel.: 01324 630100 for further information or to request a volunteer application pack.

Be rewarded and have new experiences, volunteer with us as a Family Support Volunteer. Key Details • Western Isles wide project. • Flexible and variable days and hours throughout the year. Can you: • Understand the needs of new mums and dads. • Empathise with parents struggling to cope. • Be respectful and non-judgemental. • Understand the importance of maintaining confidentiality. What you can expect: • You will provide practical and emotional support to parents. • Visit families in their own home and sometimes accompanying them to groups or activities in the community. • Play a key role in working with parents to friendships, confidence and skills which will enhance their lives and enable them to give their children the best start in life. What we can offer: • Gaining experience in working with children and families. • Being involved in your local community. • Be part of our friendly team. • Meet new people. • Gain a sense of pride and self-worth.