Befriender
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Befrienders are carefully selected[1] volunteers, from a variety of organisations and mental health charities, who are trained to provide support and companionship to lonely, or emotionally distressed, people.[2] Befrienders will usually visit for an hour or so per week.[3] The meeting is usually arranged to suit the person's needs, either at home, or at a neutral venue. Some befriending schemes include social events, creative classes, or self-help groups.[2]
Selection
Effectiveness
Unlike professional careers, such as social workers, befrienders can become emotionally involved with their case, which often results in a more positive outcome as they are able to engage at a much deeper level.[4]
See also
References
- ↑ Leff, J.P., Warner, R. (2006) Social inclusion of people with mental illness p.96. Cambridge University Press. ISBN 0-521-61536-4. Retrieved October 2011.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Hewitt, R.D'O. (2007) Moving on: a guide to good health and recovery for people with a diagnosis of schizophrenia, p.99. Karnac Books. ISBN 1-85575-442-8. Retrieved October 2011.
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<ref>tag; no text was provided for refs namedBalloch - ↑ Newton, J. (1997) Preventing Mental Illness in Practice p.11. Routledge. ISBN 0-415-11993-6. Retrieved October 2011.
