Companion for a 72-year-old woman who feels lonely

Companion for a 72-year-old woman who feels lonely

This lady would like to get out of the house a bit more again. She is looking for some social contact, some distraction, and company. Ideally, she would like a female companion, not too young.

She would like to go for a bike ride and/or have a drink somewhere, for example, but she is currently struggling with additional knee problems, meaning only home visits are possible. She hopes that this will improve soon. Cycling normally went well, but walking was limited to 30 to 45 minutes due to knee osteoarthritis.

She is friendly and creative. She enjoys embroidery, knitting, needlework, drawing, watercolors, and adult coloring books. She used to work in education and in shops. She is looking for meaningful ways to spend her days and also for ways to make a difference for others.

She was in a living apart relationship, but her partner passed away. She is still struggling with that. She is troubled by voices in her head that impose limitations on her, such as not being allowed to go to the center. She is receiving treatment and support for this.

Would you like to offer her some company once a week and help her get out and among people more?

Who are you?

• A woman between 25 and 70 years old
• You are a good listener
• You are open-minded
• You can take the initiative, but above all, give the other person the space to take it.

What do we have to offer the volunteer?

• an enthusiastic team of volunteers
• expert guidance and support
• a basic training and meeting sessions
• Liability and accident insurance
• travel allowance