Inverclyde Community Development Trust
Supportive Communities Refugee Befriending
About Inverclyde Community Development Trust
The ‘Supportive Communities’ project, is funded through HSCP Inverclyde, exists to help refugees settle in Inverclyde with the support of community volunteers. Our trained volunteers offer one -to-one befriending and also support for families, recently arrived in Inverclyde. Our refugee befriending project aims to make and build connections for those that have been displaced from their home countries and between people in their new community, this is with a view to reduce isolation and improve wellbeing as well as offering an means of cultural integration. Our project achieves this by offering support and by building a safe and trusting relationships between the client and a trained volunteer from the Inverclyde area. We offer our service users a time out of normal routines and possible avenues of respite, making individuals feel part of the community through one on one social support.
7, John Wood Street, Port Glasgow, Inverclyde, PA14 5HU
Service Eligibility
We offer our service to both a male and female clients over the age of 18, and living within the Inverclyde area. Most of our referrals come from ‘HSPC Integraton team’ however self-referrals are welcome providing certain criteria are met such as a basic level of English language understanding.
Information for Volunteers
We are looking for responsible adults, with stability in their life, and that can demonstrate enthusiasm, common sense and a confidence approach. Please note no formal training is required for these roles.
We are always looking for volunteers to join our befriending project. If you would like to know more please call us on 01475 553366 or 01475 553372 alternatively visit our website or facebook page.
Our project is based in Inverclyde at: 7 John Wood Street, Port Glasgow, Scotland PA14 5HU
More InformationAge Groups
Young People (18-25), Adults (25-65), Older Adults (65+)Themes
Ethnic Minority Communities, Refugees/Asylum Seekers, Older PeopleRegions
Country: Scotland
Scottish Regions: Greater Glasgow & Clyde
Other Information
Type of Befriending: Face to face befriending which takes place in the home or community
Who can refer: Self Referrals Accepted, Professional Referrals Accepted