Our KIT (Keep in Touch) Volunteer Telephone Befriending service has won the DVSC Denbighshire Volunteer Award for Community Support.  

Tracy Stockin (NEWCIS), Michael Langford (NEWCIS DCEO), Ruth Johnson (DVSC Volunteering & Engagement Officer) and Tom Barham (DVSC Chief Officer). 

Initially our KIT service was started to provide companionship to carers that are feeling lonely and/or isolated as a result of COVID 19 pandemic. This volunteer service enables carers who are finding it harder to adjust to be able to continue receiving a KIT ‘Keeping in Touch’ call from a trained volunteer. 

What calls are likely to include: 

-General stimulating conversation, listening, providing companionship, reminiscing, hobbies.

-Signposting the carer to contact NEWCIS for a wellbeing officer to provide more direct support/help and advice.