► Mentoring and Befriending

BUDDIES – a project which matches volunteers and people with learning disabilities to enjoy local activities together.

We are asking Buddies to:

● befriend and support a person with learning disabilities

● enable them to enjoy leisure and social activities

● meet with their Buddy for an hour or two once a week

No special skills or experience are needed but we will need the names of two referees and we do a criminal record check on everyone who works or volunteers for MENCAP in KIRKLEES.

Once a Buddy has been approved, a suitable match will be found taking into account factors such as age, interests and location. Buddies will be introduced, supported and accompanied until everyone is happy.

Contact Linda Reilly or Erica Simmonds on

01484 340811 if you are interested in being a Buddy

or email - erica.simmonds@mencapinkirklees.org.uk