Families Together Suffolk

Volunteer

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Families Together Suffolk

No special qualifications are necessary to become a Families Together Suffolk volunteer, but Peer Volunteers (those who are matched with and then support a family in their home, community and/or remotely by phone and online) are usually parents or grandparents with an interest in, and experience of, young children and family life.
We welcome volunteers from all sections of the community

Talking and listening can be empowering for families, helping them to overcome their difficult situations by realising their potential, building their confidence and finding security in confiding with their Peer Volunteer.
Volunteers are offered on-going training and support, including opportunities to take part in activities with specialist speakers and services, as well as informal social gatherings.

What it takes to be a Families Together Suffolk Volunteer

You must be a parent or have parenting experience.

As a Families Together Suffolk volunteer you will support a family by visiting them at home for around two hours once a week.

You should be able to commit at least one year of your time to Families Together Suffolk.

You should have a non-judgmental attitude and understand about the pressures of bringing up a family.

You will have to attend our free Volunteer Preparation Course with other new volunteers before meeting your first family.

When visiting a family travel expenses are paid.

You must understand that your support for families is completely confidential.

You will have to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service check at enhanced level.

You will meet regularly with, and be supported by, one of our co-ordinators during the time you are visiting families.

Do you have what it takes to be a Families Together Suffolk volunteer?
Are keen to help parents and children in your community?
Please download an expression of interest form to start your journey transforming lives in your area.

Expression Of Interest Form

Become A Families Together Suffolk Volunteer Today

Families Together Suffolk’s team of trained volunteers make sure a child’s early years count.

By volunteering just a few hours each week you can transform the lives of young children and their parents in your community.

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