SERVICE DETAILS
Passing the Baton is Bethany’s befriending service in Edinburgh for those who have experienced homelessness or are at risk of homelessness.
Passing the Baton...
We support those who are on the margins of society and socially isolated, helping to connect people with their local community. Befriending has a huge positive impact on people’s well-being and how well individuals move on from temporary accommodation, as well as settling in to their own tenancy. Bethany volunteers are uniquely positioned to help prevent the revolving door of homelessness by supporting and encouraging people to engage in their local area, making connections to activities, organisations and key people in their community.
Each of our Passing the Baton befrienders aim to be in touch with their befriendee around 1.5 – 2 hours every week or fortnight, over a period of 2-12 months. Complementing support offered by other providers around Edinburgh, the aim of the befriender is to build a relationship and connection with their befriendee, such as meeting for a coffee, chatting on the phone or going for a walk. The befriender also helps connect their befriendee to at least two local community activities such as going to the gym, creative classes and support groups. Ongoing training and support is provided for all befrienders. Supported by the Edinburgh Health and Social Care Partnership.
Who can apply?
Anyone living in Edinburgh who has experienced homelessness or is at risk of homelessness.
How to apply
For more information, please call Pall on 07969 771 659 or use the contact form at https://bethanychristiantrust.com/homelessness-prevention.
