Comments by Volunteers

Here are just some comments by current volunteers:

"I have found it really satisfying to help a charity which fosters a strong spirit of friendship and community life."

"Heading off to another job at the end of a long day at work might not initially sound very appealing but the people I meet and the sense of achievement I have at the end of the evening is a breath of fresh air; almost a holiday from the nine to five job."

"Being a Befriender has been one of the most enriching experiences of my life."

"I recomment befriending for Archway - it isn't always easy but it is immensely rewarding."

"As a befriender I often worry that I'm not doing enough for the person. But I have learned that just being together and sharing a simple activity for an hour, such as going shopping, can be meaningful and become something to look forward to not just for the befriendee, but also for me. It's opened my eyes that everybody has different needs, and it's helped me learn to respect them and accept them."