East Sussex: New council project to help with retiring

The county council said full training would be provided to volunteers

A project to help people in East Sussex with "major changes" that happen in later life such as retiring, moving home, and health and mobility issues has been launched.

East Sussex County Council is seeking volunteers to sign up to help others as part of its Life Transitions Service.

Volunteers should be able to build "friendly and trusting relationships", the council said.

Volunteers will be asked to commit to the scheme for at least six months.

Carl Maynard, the council's lead member for adult social care and health, said the pilot project was a "great opportunity" for people to help others in the community.

He said: "The service is looking for people who are good listeners and non-judgemental. You don't need to be an expert on life transition as full training and ongoing support will be provided.

"As well as offering support to people, the voluntary role gives people the chance to build their own skills and experience and build positive relationships with people in their community."

Volunteers will be required to complete a training programme before they can meet clients in person or online, the council says.

They will be asked to commit to being a volunteer for at least six months and dedicate around half a day per week to the role.

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