Independent Visitor

An Independent Visitor is an adult volunteer who is matched with one of Our Children within Blackpool. The match is made through mutual likes and interests which are gathered through getting to know them.

The Independent Visitor and young person would get to spend time together, get to know each other and have fun. They can explore mutual interests, learn new skills and build on trust and confidence. The Independent Visitor can act as a mentor, in supporting the young person to make positive choices and be a comfort through good times and bad. The hope is that the Independent Visitor is a constant figure in the young person's life whether they move home, change support team or go through other changes.

An Independent Visitor doesn't have to go and see the young person, they want to go and see them!  

What skills do I need?

Able to relate to children and young people and have fun with them!

Patient and willing to focus on the individual needs of the child.

Able to listen without prejudice.

Ready to support the child to voice their views.

Keen to participate in activities with them.

Consistent, reliable and trustworthy.

Able to maintain appropriate levels of confidentiality. 

When do I need to be available?

Details

You would only be asked to meet with a young person once a month, and the day and time can be arranged between you both to be mutually suitable.