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Has anyone been an independent visitor?

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holtol · 14/06/2024 09:20

I'm considering taking up some form of volunteer role for a few hours per month.

I don't have any specific skill like gardening or baking, but I am a caring person and I heard about people that are independent visitors to give time to children looked after who is there for them and not because they are paid to provide a service.

Has anyone done this before that can provide some insight?

Do you see them in their care environment or go for a walk? It's hard to do things without spending money so did you use your own funds?

How much time on average say per week did you give and was the visit with the same person or someone different each time?

Would you recommend it?

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Nomorecoconutboosts · 31/01/2026 20:37

@Sunshineandrainbowwould it help to reframe the issue of requesting a reference? It’s not for you directly, it’s the opposite of being a burden it is to facilitate you helping someone else. Possibly home start plus a character reference from someone may be all you need?

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