About TLC
Everyone can feel lonely or isolated at times, especially when facing hardship.
In April 2021, in response to the devastating impact of loneliness and isolation on people’s mental health and wellbeing — which the COVID-19 pandemic and the ongoing cost of living crisis have both intensified — TLC, together with partners across the city, launched a befriending service to help combat the effects of loneliness and isolation in Aberdeen.
Our service matches trained and compassionate volunteers with individuals who would benefit from support — not only to offer friendship, but also to help build resilience and confidence to reconnect with their community, bringing joy and fulfilment back into their lives.
We provide a comprehensive training package and regular supervision, ensuring you’re supported every step of the way — you’ll never be left on your own.
If you’re interested in making a difference in someone’s life and helping your community thrive, we’d love you to apply to become a TLC Befriender.
This role involves supporting the food bank team in managing food donations. Food donations are sorted, weighed and packed ready for distribution to people in crisis. By helping to organise and prepare food safely and efficiently, you ensure that individuals and families receive the essential support they need, offering practical help and hope at a time when it matters most.
This role includes two volunteer opportunities, both operating on Mondays and Fridays: Collections Driver (non–client facing) – Collects food donations from supermarkets, schools, churches and other donors and Deliveries Driver (client facing) – Delivers three-day food parcels directly to clients’ homes.
Our volunteer befrienders commit to a 1 hour visit once a week and seek not to only be a listening ear, but also encourage you in building their befriendee's confidence and sense of belonging in their community.
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