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Volunteers befriending young people in the care system

Practical and emotional support delivered by specially trained Volunteers who befriend children and young people who are looked after or are in the care system. This is offered on a one-to-one basis over the period of two years or until the young person turns 18.

Jigsaw4u's Independent Visiting Service Area

Operates across Merton

Service-user Eligibility

  • For: Children who are looked after or are in care under the age of 18.
  • Referral Criteria: A professional referral is required for the Independent Visiting service.

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Urgent help

  • Emergency: 999

  • Non-emergency police assistance: 101

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Learn more about volunteering with Jigsaw4u on the volunteering page.

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Please note that you must be over 18 if you would like to volunteer as an Independent Visitor.
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Activities4u: Fun trips and events for our children, young people and families

Providing positive activities throughout the academic year and school holidays, especially for our service-users which can include one-off and regular events like sports coaching, computing, art and drama workshops, seaside trips, theme-park visits, pantomimes, football matches and much more.

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Jigsaw4u’s Community Events

These are larger events that bring together the local community with fun events that includes entertainment, music, interactive activities and more for people of all ages.

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All Our Services

We have a number of specialist support services that helps children, young people, families and our communities to put the pieces back together.

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