Digital Buddy

Throughout the pandemic we have seen residents who do not have access to a digital device or the skills to use one left feeling lonely and isolated. Together, we want to help people access resources that support their mental and physical wellbeing such as video calling, exercise videos and much more!

Are you a tech savvy person who wants to help your community?
Do you want to improve your digital and teaching skills?
Do you want to help isolated and lonely residents become independent?
Can you spare a few hours a week to help those in need?

If you answered yes to any of the above, we want to hear from you.

You will be provided with training and support throughout your Digital Buddy journey, you will be part of a team of 10 volunteers who will learn new skills and help those most in need.

Skills

- Volunteers to have a basic understanding of digital devices
- Be willing to join a shared platform for you to connect with other volunteers
- A get up and go attitude
- Patience when teaching
- Able to liaise with your service user about booking in your next lesson
- Ideally be a resident of Basildon, Billericay or Wickford
- Have your own transport means, or able to confidently use public transport to meet different service users