Coram Voice started in a London living room in 1975. Since then Coram Voice has grown to become the leading national charity for the voice of children in care.
We are looking for volunteers to be trained as Independent Visitors. Every young person in care should be offered the opportunity to pair with an Independent Visitor (IVs).
IVs are adults who are paired with a young person who is “looked after by the local authority”.
The IV provides fun, friendship and guidance to the young person.
The IV and the young person meet once a month for a few hours and also possible phone contact in between.
Together they decide what to do on their visits, often exploring local attractions or shared interests.
IVs are there to support the young person, listen to them and be a consistent, reliable friend.
Each IV, supports only one young person at a time, helping them to feel known and supported. Young People at times may also ask IVs to attend meetings with them.

No experience is required as full training is provided. Volunteers need to be over 18, committed, fun and enthusiastic and willing to give time consistently.

You will be committing to offering monthly visits for at least 2 years.