Harleston Information Plus
About Harleston Information Plus
The Harleston Information Plus Befriending Service provides face-to-face befriending for anyone aged 18+ living in Harleston, Norfolk and the surrounding villages who may be feeling lonely, socially isolated, or simply in need of extra support to reconnect with the community.
Each individual is carefully matched with a trained volunteer who arranges weekly meet-ups, whether at home, in a local café, or by attending a nearby community group together.
These one-to-one visits offer friendly conversation, companionship and a meaningful connection that can make a real difference to someone’s week.Â
8, Exchange Street, Harleston, England, IP20 9AB
Service Eligibility
The Harleston Information Plus Befriending Service is available to anyone age 18+ living in Harleston or the surrounding villages. Please view our Eligibility Criteria.
Areas covered:
We can support individuals living in the following areas of South Norfolk and Mid Suffolk: Harleston, Pulham Market, Pulham St Mary, Rushall, Starston, Thorpe Abbotts, Brockdish, Needham, Wingfield, Syleham, Fressingfield, Weybread, Withersdale Street, Mendham, Homersfield, Denton, Alburgh, Wortwell and Metfield.
Individuals wishing to access the service can complete a self-referral form available to download from our website, or a hard copy can be obtained from the Information Centre. A member of our team will then be in touch to arrange a home visit.
External professionals or organisations can submit a referral on behalf of their client by completing the referral form available on our website.
Information for Volunteers
As a Volunteer Befriender you will provide face-to-face befriending to individuals at home or in public spaces like cafés, libraries or community groups. The aim is to improve wellbeing, build confidence, reduce loneliness and promote independence. Activities may include chatting, going for a walk, attending social events, or simply offering companionship.
This role is suited to friendly, empathetic individuals aged 18+ who enjoy social interaction and are committed to giving a minimum of one hour per week.
Full induction training and ongoing support is provided. Expenses are reimbursed.
Volunteers will need to provide two references and complete an Enhanced DBS check, which is organised and paid for by HIP.
If you are interested in joining our team of volunteer befrienders, please visit our website for further information
More InformationAge Groups
Young People (18-25), Adults (25-65), Older Adults (65+)Themes
Lone Parent Families, Mental Health, Disability, Older PeopleRegions
Country: England
Other Regions: South East England
Other Information
Type of Befriending: Face to face befriending which takes place in the home or community
Who can refer: Self Referrals Accepted, Friends & Family Referrals Accepted, Professional Referrals Accepted