Volunteering is an amazing way to improve your own wellbeing – why not try it!
People might think that care home residents can’t be lonely in a communal environment, but there’s a huge difference between being surrounded by others and having meaningful connections. In fact, research shows that care home residents are twice as likely to feel severely lonely as older people living in the community.
Could you offer some time to bring regular companionship to a local care home resident, or do you have creative skills to make cards or gifts either regularly or occasionally?
Embracing Age is a Christian charity bringing joy and community connection to care home residents through trained volunteer befrienders and sending handmade cards, flowers and craft gifts. The cards make a big difference, as one resident said, “they brighten my day … and I know I’m not alone.” We are particularly looking for volunteers in the Horsham Area.
One of our Horsham care homes, are looking for a Christian befriender for a female resident. Could you spare an hour a week to befriend this resident? Anyone interested should contact Jane Preston for full details and an application form.
To find out more, please visit www.embracingage.org.uk or contact Jane: westsussex@embracingage.org.uk
