Supporting Mental Wellbeing in Befriending Projects

It is great to network and gain insights into the befriending community in a relaxed setting with the support of a very competent and approachable trainer – Attendee 2024.

Purpose of course

Join us online for an interactive discussion and tutorial on how we can best support the mental wellbeing of our service users, befrienders, and staff within our befriending projects. This will be an opportunity for networking, sharing of good practice and problem-solving. You are very welcome to submit specific issues you are facing within your project to the discussion.

Discussion Points Include

• How to Provide a Person-Centred Approach
• Embedding Trauma-Informed Practice
• Communicating Openly on Mental Wellbeing
• Safeguarding and Signposting, Safely and Securely
• Shared Experience and Networking

Resources and Additional Support

All attendees will access an online delegate pack of resources, training tools, video tutorials, and guidance post-event that can support continued development, can be shared with colleagues and help to create a supportive working environment for all. Due to the range of materials covered during the session and within the delegate pack, a free follow-up session of one hour is offered to all attendees. This is to allow an opportunity to continue the discussion and address any questions directly.

Questions?

Contact the course facilitator via email at Victoria@befriending.co.uk