Volunteering

Community Buddies Scheme

Change Communication is looking for Speech and Language Students based in London to become Community Buddy Volunteers.

The Community Buddies Scheme will provide informal speech and language therapy to people experiencing homelessness. Volunteers will accompany clients on various social activities, such as café visits or football matches, with the aim to encourage clients to practice their communication skills as well as build their confidence in everyday settings.

We are looking for a cohort of 10 volunteers currently enrolled in a speech and course (or SLT graduates). We require about 4 hours a week of direct client work, followed by 1-2 hours of material preparation (including writing case notes, preparing for sessions, etc).

If you are currently undertaking/ have undertaken an SLT course and are interested in participating, please email rhiannon.yanda@chgcomm.org for the application form.