Buddy and Befriending FAQ's
Q - How do I volunteer with you?
Please call or email us as to show your interest, so that we can arrange a date and time that will be
suitable to complete your sign-up information. A mutual date and time will be fixed in the diary and
you will be called by one of our co-ordinators.
Befriending@changing-lives-together.org.uk
07598582241 or 07919327131
We will send you the application form, guidance information and any other documents so you can read in advance. Please do not feel overwhelmed by the paperwork, it is a formality for our Charity and we will explain all information to you fully. The same for your application form, you can compete this and return back in advance by email or complete with a co-ordinator during the call. Whatever you feel most comfortable doing.
Please can you obtain your reference information ready for your sign-up meeting. This will then allow us to contact them as soon as possible, after your sign-up. Getting another step closer to you being a volunteer!
Feel free to list any questions that you may have, we are here to help and want to support you in your volunteering journey.
Q - How do I make a referral?
You can use our referral form here.
If you have any issues filling the form in, or if you have any questions about the form, please reach out to a member of the team using our contact us form or via telephone.
Q - Can i make a referral for myself?
Absolutely! If you feel you would benefit from our telephone befriending service, you're welcome to submit a self-referral.
If you're interested in joining our Warm Welcome groups or any of our other community groups, just give us a call - we're happy to chat and help you find the right support.
Q - What Warm Welcome Groups do you run?
Currently we have two different groups that we run in Rudheath Social Club (Every Wednesday) and Winsford Community Hub (Every Thursday).
There are many more Warm Welcome spaces out there that aren’t directly run by Changing Lives Together—but we’re here to help you find the right one. We’ve put together a comprehensive list of groups across Cheshire and can share as much information as possible to help you find the support, company, or simply a warm space that suits you best. If you want to find out more information, you can reach out to us using our contact us form.
Q - Can I meet the person I am matched with?
Yes, you can! There are several different ways you can deliver face to face support as a volunteer, get in touch to learn more.
Q - What do I do if I'm worried about the person I talk to?
If you have concerns about the person you are matched with, you can speak to a member of our team (primarily Pete Marsden or Lee Moran) to discuss further. They are available Monday - Friday 9am until 5pm. If your concern requires immediate attention, please refer to the management call list and/or the safeguarding page on the Volunteer Intranet.
