Royal Companion Volunteer – Older Adult Befriending & Wellbeing Support

Royal Elderly Care and Wellbeing CIC

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Befriending, Buddying & Mentoring,Caring,Community Work,Counselling,Events & Stewarding

Basic IT skills - internet & email, Counselling, Language Skills, Organising & Planning

We are looking for friendly, reliable and compassionate volunteers who can communicate well with older adults. Volunteers should have good listening skills, patience, empathy, and respect for confidentiality and personal boundaries. No previous care experience is required as training and support will be provided.

By volunteering with Royal Elderly Care and Wellbeing CIC, you will make a meaningful difference in the life of an older person experiencing loneliness or isolation. You will gain valuable experience in health and social care, develop communication and relationship-building skills, receive training and support, meet new people, and become part of a compassionate community making a positive impact. This opportunity is ideal for students, retired professionals, individuals exploring a career in healthcare or social work, and anyone who wishes to give back to their community.

Flexible commitment of approximately 1–3 hours per week. Volunteers can choose times that suit their availability, including weekdays, evenings, and weekends. We ask volunteers to commit consistently where possible to help build meaningful relationships with older adults.

Further location details may be provided below.

Julian Businge

Sundon Baptist Church 244 Sundon Park Road Luton LU3 3AL Royal Elderly Care and Wellbeing CIC provides community-based support across Luton, Dunstable, and surrounding Bedfordshire areas. Volunteer activities may include community venues, home visits, telephone companionship, and online support.

LU3 3AL

This is a community-based volunteering opportunity supporting older adults across Luton, Dunstable and surrounding Bedfordshire areas. Volunteers may meet at community venues such as Sundon Baptist Church or support older adults in their homes, over the telephone, or through online companionship. Specific locations and arrangements will be agreed following induction and volunteer matching.

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Julian Businge at by email or visit our website (http://www.royalelderlycare.com). We welcome volunteers from all backgrounds.

Royal Elderly Care and Wellbeing CIC is committed to creating an inclusive volunteering environment. We will discuss individual access needs and make reasonable adjustments wherever possible. We aim to ensure that all volunteers feel respected, valued, and able to contribute meaningfully.