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Oct 2020
Harrogate Mind calls for more volunteers as demand for help rises
Mind in Harrogate is calling for more volunteers for its much needed mental health befriending service after only a "few" come forward.
The service gives those struggling with their mental health, or perhaps isolated due to the pandemic the opportunity to make social connections by matching them with a volunteer.
The initiative has seen the charity receive numerous referrals but these are yet to be matched by the small number of volunteers that have come forward so far.
Helen Greensit, centre development manager at Mind in Harrogate, said:
The charity is putting a call out once again for people who have time, even an hour or two each week, to chat, meet and socialise with another member of the local community.
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- Mind in Harrogate has had to increase its services to meet the demand during the pandemic.
- Knaresborough mental health group is there for people during the "gap" as they wait for therapy or counselling.
Volunteers will receive the appropriate training and choose the amount of time they offer to the individual.
The team is also hoping to reach out to rural communities such as Masham and Pateley Bridge. If they don't have a car and rely on a limited public transport service, people living in those areas can become isolated.
Helen added:
To hear more about becoming a volunteer ring 01423 503335 or email office@mindinharrogate.org.uk.
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