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Trustee
Age UK Lewisham & Southwark is seeking to appoint several new trustees as part of its ongoing Board development and succession planning.
Location: Lewisham & Southwark, London (Board meetings held in Southwark)
Salary: Voluntary, unpaid (reasonable expenses reimbursed)
Hours: Approximately four Board meetings per year, one annual Board away day, participation in at least one Board sub-committee and occasional engagement between meetings.
About Age UK Lewisham & Southwark
We work to support older people and other vulnerable members of our communities, helping to reduce poverty, loneliness, exclusion and inequality, and enabling people to live with dignity, independence and connection. As demand for our services continues to evolve, we are looking for trustees who can help ensure the charity remains resilient, responsive and impactful for the people we serve.
This is an opportunity to join the Board of a well-established and respected local charity at an important stage in its development.
The Board is actively shaping the charity's future direction, strengthening governance, supporting organisational development, and helping to ensure the charity remains sustainable and effective in a changing environment. As a trustee, you will work alongside a committed Board and leadership team to improve the lives of people across Lewisham and Southwark.
About the role
We are seeking to strengthen and diversify the Board's skills, experience and perspectives through several trustee appointments.
Safeguarding is a key recruitment priority. We are keen to appoint at least one trustee with safeguarding knowledge or experience to serve as the Board's Safeguarding Lead, providing strategic oversight and assurance of safeguarding governance.
We would also particularly welcome applications from individuals with experience or expertise in the following areas:
· Health and social care, public health, NHS services or related fields.
· Fundraising, income generation and donor development.
· Legal, regulatory or governance matters.
· Property, facilities, estates or building management.
We do not expect candidates to have experience in all of these areas and welcome applications from individuals who can contribute expertise or experience in one or more of these areas.
As a place-based charity, we are particularly interested in trustees who live, work, volunteer, or have strong connections to Lewisham and Southwark and can bring local knowledge and insight to the Board.
About you
We welcome applications from people with a broad range of professional, voluntary and lived experience.
Key qualities include:
· Strategic thinking and sound judgement.
· Commitment to improving the lives of older people and other vulnerable members of our communities.
· Ability to provide constructive challenge and effective governance.
· Commitment to equality, dignity, inclusion and values-led leadership.
· Ability to work collaboratively and contribute positively to collective decision-making.
Previous trustee experience is not essential. We welcome applications from first-time trustees who share our values and are willing to learn and contribute to the Board's work.
Commitment
A modest but active commitment, including attendance at four Board meetings per year, one annual Board away day, participation in at least one Board sub-committee, and occasional engagement between meetings.
Board meetings are normally held in person at the Stones End Day Centre in Southwark. Whilst hybrid participation may occasionally be possible, the Board places a strong emphasis on in-person attendance to support effective discussion, decision-making and relationship-building.
Age UK Lewisham & Southwark is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those whose experiences and perspectives are under-represented in charity governance.
Other roles you may have experience of could include: Charity Trustee, Board Member, Non-Executive Director, Non-Executive Board Member, Charity Governor, School Governor, Committee Member, Advisory Board Member, Independent Board Member, Volunteer Trustee, Safeguarding Trustee or Board Advisor.
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Data Collection Volunteer (Befriending Services)
Location: Hybrid – Home-based with occasional office attendance
Time Commitment: 2-4 hours per week (flexible)
At Age UK East Sussex, our befriending services help reduce loneliness and social isolation among older people across the county. To ensure we continue delivering these vital services and secure future funding, we need to demonstrate the difference our support makes.
As a Data Collection Volunteer, you will play an important role in gathering feedback from clients, recording outcomes, and maintaining accurate records on our Charitylog database. Your work will help us measure the impact of our services, improve the support we provide, and evidence positive outcomes for funders and stakeholders.
If you enjoy speaking with people, have good attention to detail, and are comfortable using computers, we'd love to hear from you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Volunteering Opportunity
Gardening Volunteer – Day Care Centre
What You’ll Do
Support the development and maintenance of our allotment space at the Mabel Churn Day Care Centre. You’ll help create a calm, welcoming outdoor environment where older people can enjoy nature, take part in light gardening activities, and connect with others.
You will:
· Help maintain the allotment space (e.g. watering, weeding, planting, harvesting)
· Support the set-up and upkeep of planting areas, raised beds, or pots
· Encourage and support clients to get involved in simple gardening tasks
· Help keep the outdoor space safe, tidy, and accessible
· Work with staff to plan seasonal planting or small garden projects
· Report any concerns or maintenance needs to staff
Skills You’ll Use or Develop
· Interest in gardening or outdoor activities (no expert knowledge needed)
· Friendly and patient approach when engaging with older people
· Ability to work independently and as part of a team
· Basic understanding of health and safety in an outdoor setting
· Creativity and initiative in developing the space
· Reliable and committed
Time Commitment
Flexible – ideally 2-4 hours per week
Weekdays 10:00 am and 2:00 pm
Location: The Mabel Churn Centre, 55b Sunny Road, Enfield, EN3 5EF
Reports to: Day Centre Manager
Ready to Apply?
Our Volunteer Opportunities Pack and Volunteer Application Form are attached and available to download.
If you're interested in joining our volunteer team, simply complete the application form and email it to us. (Email address included in the application pack)
Once we've received your application, we'll arrange an informal telephone chat to discuss the volunteer role(s) you're interested in, answer any questions you may have, and help you find the opportunity that's the best fit for you.
We look forward to hearing from you!
We're a local charity working in the community to support older people, their families and carers. We want everyone to be able to love later life.


The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Help older people claim welfare benefits through home visits, form-filling and friendly support.
About Us
Age UK Buckinghamshire is a local, independent charity and part of the wider Age UK Network. We support older people across the county through vital services including befriending, information and advice, dementia support, practical help at home, and welfare benefits support - helping people stay independent, connected, and supported.
Our work is more important now than ever. Many older people face growing challenges such as the rising cost of living, social isolation, and difficulty accessing support.
As demand for our services continues to increase, community support is essential to help us reach more people in need. By raising awareness of what we do, we can ensure that older people know where to turn for help, and inspire others to support our work through volunteering, fundraising, and partnership.
What do Welfare Benefits Volunteers do?
Help older people boost their income by becoming a Welfare Benefits Volunteer.
Many older people face financial difficulties because they are not claiming all the welfare benefits they are entitled to. At Age UK Buckinghamshire, we support older people to access the benefits they deserve by offering personalised advice and practical help.
Our trained volunteer advisors visit people in their own homes to guide them through the claims process, completing benefit forms on their behalf and ensuring applications reflect their individual circumstances.
Following full training, you will be matched with clients for one-off home visits, usually lasting one to two hours. Along the way, there’s often time for a friendly chat, and perhaps a cup of tea, while making a real difference to someone’s quality of life.
What skills does a Welfare Benefits Advisor need?
What training do we provide?
Successful applicants complete 2 training sessions covering the needs of older people and welfare benefits. At the end of this initial training, you will be “buddied” with one or more experienced volunteers, first as an observer and later as an advisor until you have the knowledge and confidence to undertake one-to-one visits.
How much time do we expect you to give?
Once trained, you can commit to as many or as few visits per week as you wish. Each visit takes, on average, about 1 – 2 hours. There are quarterly meetings that provide support and additional training days from time to time to keep up with new legislation.
What is our commitment to you?
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About Us
Age UK Buckinghamshire is a local, independent charity and part of the wider Age UK Network. We support older people across the county through vital services including befriending, information and advice, dementia support, practical help at home, and welfare benefits support - helping people stay independent, connected, and supported.
Our work is more important now than ever. Many older people face growing challenges such as the rising cost of living, social isolation, and difficulty accessing support.
As demand for our services continues to increase, community support is essential to help us reach more people in need. By raising awareness of what we do, we can ensure that older people know where to turn for help, and inspire others to support our work through volunteering, fundraising, and partnership.
About the Role
We are looking for enthusiastic and confident Charity Ambassadors who are passionate about giving back to their community and making a difference, to help raise awareness of our work. This is a rewarding and flexible role, ideal for individuals who enjoy meeting new people and speaking in public.
As a Charity Ambassador, you will represent Age UK Buckinghamshire at a range of events and settings such as community groups, Rotary Clubs, Church groups, and other local events and venues. You will help raise awareness of the support available to older people, providing information about our services and how people can access advice, practical help, and companionship when they need it.
You will also share the impact of our work by bringing it to life through real examples and stories, helping others understand the real difference this support makes to older people’s lives. By demonstrating this impact, you will highlight why support through fundraising, volunteering, and partnership opportunities is so important in helping us reach more people in need.
Key Responsibilities
What You’ll Gain
Time commitment
This is a flexible role to suit your availability. Charity Ambassadors will be contacted as appropriate and offered the opportunity to attend events to which we are invited. Talks and events may be delivered alongside another volunteer or staff member, or occasionally independently.
Training & Support
All Charity Ambassadors will receive training, resources, and guidance to help them feel confident in delivering presentations and representing the charity. This will include opportunities to shadow our services and gain a deeper understanding of the support we provide to older people.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Come and join us at our Charity Shop in Langney Road, Eastbourne.
Our shops are a hive of activity and the heart of the local community. They raise funds to support our vital work and provide a place for local people to find out more about how we help older people in their area. Our volunteers always enjoy being part of our shop teams; chatting to our customers about the fabulous items we sell and telling them about the fantastic work that we do.
As a Customer Service Volunteer you will get the chance to meet new people and make friends, plus play a vital role in helping to raise funds to support local older people.
You will be working on the shop floor as the welcoming face of our charity. Serving customers with a smile, using the till (don't worry, we will show you how) and handling money and sales.
When people come in to donate items you will be thanking them for their support and helping them to complete Gift Aid signups on our Gift Aid system.
You will help to make our shops look amazing; putting out items that the sorting teams have prepared, helping with merchandising, labelling and ensuring the shop is clean and always looking its' best.
You will need to be ok using a touch screen device as our tills run on a tablet, though we will always provide full training and some time for you to get used to using this first.
Lastly, you may have people enquiring about our work, or asking for help and we will provide you with all the details of where to refer them to within the charity.
We currently need volunteers on Monday (1pm-4.30pm), Tuesday (1pm-4.30pm), Weds (9.30 am-1pm). No special skills are needed as we will show you what to do and will provide all the training you need.
It’s really easy to get your volunteering started, if you're over 16 years old, just apply now!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Mission Statement
Age UK Plymouth exists to care for and work with older people, those living with dementia and their carers in and around the City of Plymouth to improve their quality of life through the promotion of choice, opportunity and independence.
The Role
To support the Information and Advice Team in delivering free, confidential and independent information and advice services within community settings across Plymouth.
The Information and Advice Community Volunteer will assist Information and Advice Community Caseworkers in delivering outreach information and advice services to people aged 50+ across Plymouth, with a focus on reaching individuals who may face barriers to accessing support due to deprivation, social isolation, poor transport links, health inequalities or digital exclusion.
The role is community-based and involves assisting Information and Advice Community Caseworkers in the delivery of outreach information and advice services within community venues across Plymouth.
Main Duties
· Assist Information and Advice Community Caseworkers in the delivery of community outreach information and advice sessions across Plymouth.
· Welcome and assist individuals attending outreach sessions, helping to create a friendly, inclusive and supportive environment.
· Support Information and Advice Community Caseworkers with client registration, appointment booking, administration and session set-up as required.
· Provide basic information about Age UK Plymouth services and assist individuals to access appropriate support.
· Identify individuals who may benefit from further information and advice support and refer them to an Information and Advice Community Caseworker.
· Assist with the distribution of information materials, leaflets and promotional resources.
· Support Information and Advice Community Caseworkers to engage with older people who may be isolated or experience barriers to accessing services.
· Record basic information and service user feedback as required.
· Promote awareness of Age UK Plymouth services within local communities.
· Maintain confidentiality and comply with Age UK Plymouth policies and procedures at all times.
· Attend training, supervision sessions and volunteer meetings as required.
· Work positively with staff, volunteers and partner organisations to support the delivery of high-quality services.
· Act as an ambassador for Age UK Plymouth and uphold the charity's values at all times.
· To comply with the Charity's Health & Safety policies and other relevant policies and procedures as contained in the Volunteer Handbook and operational guidelines.
· To undertake lone working only where authorised and in accordance with Age UK Plymouth's Lone Working Policy and associated risk assessments.
· To assist and participate in Age UK Plymouth promotional, engagement and profile-raising activities.
· To uphold and promote Age UK Plymouth's Equality & Diversity Policy and ensure effective implementation in all aspects of service delivery.
· To ensure the requirements of Data Protection legislation are complied with when carrying out the duties of the role.
· To undertake such other reasonable volunteering duties as may be appropriate to the role and agreed with the Volunteer Coordinator or Line Manager.
Skills and Personal Qualifications
· Good communication skills and smart appearance.
· Ability to work as part of a team and form productive relationships.
· Ability to write clearly.
· Reliability and good time keeping abilities.
· Willingness to attend induction and undertake ongoing training appropriate to the role.
In Return, We’ll Provide:
· Initial and ongoing training to help you build your skills and knowledge.
· Continuous support from our team, ensuring you feel equipped and confident in your role.
· An opportunity to meet and connect with our dedicated group of over 30 volunteers, both socially and through training sessions.
· Reimbursement for any reasonable, approved out of pocket expenses.
· Full insurance coverage while you are volunteering on behalf of Age UK Plymouth.
Responsible to:
Wellbeing, Information & Advice Manager (with day-to-day support from Information & Advice Community Caseworker).
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We’d love you to be part of our Information & Advice Service. As an Information Volunteer Assistant, you could be :
Welcoming and providing information to visitors
Ordering leaflets from various sources
Updating external contacts
Undertaking general administration
possibly dealing with straightforward signposting and information.
You’ll enjoy working within a team of volunteers and meeting new people, have great communication skills, are polite and emphatic, understand basic IT systems and updating manual records, and are able or willing to learn to use the internet and Microsoft Office 365.
We are currently looking for someone to volunteer for 3 hours, on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays either am or pm.
We will reimburse your out-of-pocket volunteer expenses.
It’s really easy to start the volunteering process with us. If you’re over 18 years old, just click on ‘Apply’ and get filling in your details!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Our shops are a hive of activity and the heart of the local community. They raise funds to support our vital work and provide a place for local people to find out more about how we help older people in their area. Our volunteers always enjoy being part of our shop teams; chatting to our customers about the fabulous items we sell and telling them about the fantastic work that we do.
As a Customer Service Volunteer you will get the chance to meet new people and make friends, plus play a vital role in helping to raise funds to support local older people.
You will be working on the shop floor as the welcoming face of our charity. Serving customers with a smile, using the till (don't worry, we will show you how) and handling money and sales.
When people come in to donate items you will be thanking them for their support and helping them to complete Gift Aid signups on our Gift Aid system.
You will help to make our shops look amazing; putting out items that the sorting teams have prepared, helping with merchandising, labelling and ensuring the shop is clean and always looking its' best.
You will need to be ok using a touch screen device as our tills run on a tablet, though we will always provide full training and some time for you to get used to using this first.
Lastly, you may have people enquiring about our work, or asking for help and we will provide you with all the details of where to refer them to within the charity.
It would be ideal if you could volunteer one shift a week, which is about four hours but we're also happy to have more flexible times. No special skills are needed as we will show you what to do and will provide all the training you need.
It’s really easy to get your volunteering started, if you're over 16 years old, just click on ‘Apply’ to start filling in your details!
We currently need volunteers on Saturdays and Wednesdays
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Volunteering Opportunity
Day Centre Assistant & Companion
What You’ll Do
Support staff and clients at the Mabel Churn Centre to create a warm, welcoming environment for older people living with dementia. You’ll help with social activities and mealtimes to ensure the day runs smoothly.
You will:
· Chat and engage with clients to build a friendly atmosphere
· Encourage and support participation in activities (e.g. arts, music)
· Set up tables and help serve meals and drinks
· Clear tables and keep the space clean and tidy
· Communicate with staff about client needs or concerns
Skills You’ll Use or Develop
· Friendly and compassionate nature
· Comfortable supporting older people, including those with dementia
· Punctual and reliable
· Able to follow instructions and work as part of a team
· Respectful of confidentiality
Time Commitment
4 hours between 10:30 am and 4:00 pm
(Weekdays)
Location: The Mabel Churn Centre, 55b Sunny Road, Enfield, EN3 5EF
Reports to: Day Centre Manager
Ready to Apply?
Our Volunteer Opportunities Pack and Volunteer Application Form are attached and available to download.
If you're interested in joining our volunteer team, simply complete the application form and email it back to us (email provided included in the application pack)
Once we've received your application, we'll arrange an informal telephone chat to discuss the volunteer role(s) you're interested in, answer any questions you may have, and help you find the opportunity that's the best fit for you.
We look forward to hearing from you!
We're a local charity working in the community to support older people, their families and carers. We want everyone to be able to love later life.


The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Could you spare just 1 hour a week to make a real difference in Sandwell?
Age UK Sandwell is looking for a friendly Activity Group Volunteer to help run a weekly social group for older people at Hamstead Library, Great Barr.
Bring your listening ear, positive attitude and a caring approach then we’ll help with the rest.
For more detailed information, please see below:
About the Service
The Wellbeing Team at Age UK Sandwell supports people aged 50+ to improve their physical, mental and emotional wellbeing through social, physical and community activities. The service helps reduce loneliness and isolation by encouraging community connections, offering one-to-one support, befriending and signposting, and working with volunteers and local partners to help older people stay active, independent and connected.
About the Role
The volunteer for this social group will be responsible for facilitating weekly activity groups for older people. Specific tasks may include:
You will be supported by a staff member in the initial weeks to prepare you to run the group.
Personal qualities and skills most suited to this role
· Good listening and communication skills
· Patient, caring and non-judgemental approach
· Relevant skills, knowledge or interest in the activity
· Commitment to supporting the wellbeing of older people
· Reliable, flexible and positive attitude
Training
· Core training (including Safeguarding, GDPR, Health & Safety, and Equality & Diversity) will be provided digitally or in print as part of your volunteer registration pack.
· Role-specific training will be agreed with your line manager and delivered through a mix of digital and face-to-face sessions.
· You will also complete the Age UK Sandwell induction programme and any additional training relevant to your role.
We aim to improve the lives of older people through information and advice, campaigns, products, training, research, and other activities that promote
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Our shops are a hive of activity and the heart of the local community. They raise funds to support our vital work and provide a place to find out more about how we help older people in the local area.
Our Stock Preparation Volunteers always enjoy being part of our shop teams; making new friends and helping the charity to maximise the income from the amazing items people donate to us.
In this role you will usually be working in our donation sorting area, which is off the shop floor. Here you will help the team process, prepare and price the items people donate.
We receive hundreds of bags of clothing, bric-a-brac, toys, games and all sorts of items every week. You will help us to turn these into vital funds to support our work.
After full training you will be part of our processing team; sorting through the donated items, identifying those which we should sell, preparing them and pricing before they are put onto the shop floor.
You may have a particular area of experience, such as clothing, books or antiques. Your skills and knowledge will help us to gain the best value for each item and some of our volunteers even coordinate entire sections, such as a book rooms within our stores.
When people come in to donate their items you will be helping to thank them for their support. Many items are Gift Aided so when processing the items you will ensure that Gift Aid labels are attached so that we can gain this additional vital income.
You will help to make our products look amazing; steaming clothes (if this is your area) and helping to clean and make every item look great and ready for sale.
It would be ideal if you could volunteer at least one shift a week, which is about three hours but we're also happy to have more flexible times. No special skills are needed as we will show you what to do and will provide all the training you need.
It’s really easy to get your volunteering started, if you're over 16 years old, please apply now!
We currently need volunteers for: Monday, Wednesday, Fridays and weekends.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Department: Financial Wellbeing
Role Location: Community
Role Support: You will be supported by the Project Coordinator
What is the purpose of this role?
To provide support to the Project Coordinator in delivering engaging Scam Awareness events within communities across Nottingham City and Nottinghamshire.
What impact does this role have?
Our Scam Awareness Events provide vital information and support to older people, helping them recognise scams, protect themselves from fraud, and access support when needed.
By providing support at these events, you will have the opportunity to liaise directly with people who have been affected by scams or may be vulnerable to them. By supporting community events, you can help older people access information, build confidence, and learn how to protect themselves from scams.
What activities might you be involved in?
Ø Help set up and pack away event materials and information stands
Ø Welcome and speak with attendees, helping to create a friendly and inclusive environment
Ø Chat with members of the public and signpost them to information
Ø Support people to access digital information using their own devices where appropriate
Ø Distribute leaflets and awareness materials
Ø Help raise awareness of current scams and fraud trends
Ø Support the collection of feedback from attendees
Ø Pass on questions or concerns to the Project Coordinator when further support is needed
Ø Carry out the volunteer role in line with the Charity's policies and procedures, and adhere to the Volunteer Code of Conduct
What are we looking for?
Ø Have an interest in supporting older and vulnerable people within their local community.
Ø Are friendly, approachable and enthusiastic
Ø Are keen to help raise awareness of scams and fraud prevention
Ø Have good communication and interpersonal skills
Ø Possess good digital skills and confidence using a range of digital devices and online platforms
Ø Understand the need for confidentiality
Ø Are able to travel to events throughout Nottingham City and Nottinghamshire using their own transport or public transport
When would you be needed to volunteer?
Most volunteering sessions last around 4 to 5 hours (& typically take place on a Wednesday or Thursday), including travel time, event set-up and tidying away afterwards.
We welcome volunteers who can offer regular support. Where several volunteers are involved, opportunities can be shared on a rota basis to provide flexibility.
What training will you be given?
You will be given all the training you need to enable you to carry out your role which will include a thorough departmental induction.
What can you gain from this opportunity?
· The chance to make a difference to older people’s lives
· Ongoing support, ensuring your volunteering experience is a fulfilling and positive one
· A comprehensive training programme
· The opportunity to learn new skills
· Experience to add to your CV
· The opportunity to meet new people and make new friends
· Reimbursement of travel expenses as defined in the Age UK Notts Volunteer Handbook
Additional Information
Please note a Basic DBS check is required for this role which will be undertaken by the Charity at no cost to the volunteer, after being offered the role.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Come and join our Charity Shop in Langney Road, Eastbourne
Our shops are a hive of activity and the heart of the local community. They raise funds to support our vital work and provide a place to find out more about how we help older people in the local area.
Our Stock Preparation Volunteers always enjoy being part of our shop teams; making new friends and helping the charity to maximise the income from the amazing items people donate to us.
In this role you will usually be working in our donation sorting area, which is off the shop floor. Here you will help the team process, prepare and price the items people donate.
We receive hundreds of bags of clothing, bric-a-brac, toys, games and all sorts of items every week. You will help us to turn these into vital funds to support our work.
After full training you will be part of our processing team; sorting through the donated items, identifying those which we should sell, preparing them and pricing before they are put onto the shop floor.
You may have a particular area of experience, such as clothing, books or antiques. Your skills and knowledge will help us to gain the best value for each item and some of our volunteers even coordinate entire sections, such as a book rooms within our stores.
When people come in to donate their items you will be helping to thank them for their support. Many items are Gift Aided so when processing the items you will ensure that Gift Aid labels are attached so that we can gain this additional vital income.
You will help to make our products look amazing; steaming clothes (if this is your area) and helping to clean and make every item look great and ready for sale.
We currently need volunteers on Monday (1pm-4.30pm), Tuesday (1pm-4.30pm), Weds (9.30 am-1pm). No special skills are needed as we will show you what to do and will provide all the training you need.
It’s really easy to get your volunteering started, if you're over 16 years old, just apply now!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Age UK Bucks ‘Age Better Bucks’ volunteers will support local older people to achieve personal goals – by helping them navigate and take advantage of a Support Plan devised by as community worker, that is designed to help them meet the challenges of older age.
This could be by phoning them to provide encouragement, explanation and support, and to check on progress, and also to help them with attendance at appointments and going to new groups or activities.
What do Age Better Bucks Volunteers do?
The role is to support and help the client to access the referrals and support put in place for them – and not to support them with care or specific needs yourself. Referrals might be to local care services, to local groups or clubs, or to an occupational therapist for home adaptations, other voluntary organisations and support groups etc.
Our Age Better Bucks Service
Age Better Bucks supports over 65s who could benefit from extra support to manage their well being and remain independent. It is for older people experiencing challenges or need extra support to stay independent and well – for example increasing loneliness/isolation; bereavement; health/mobility decline; mood change.
Our team of support workers will assess their needs and circumstances specific to them, and develop an action plan with them to ensure more support and help can be arranged. We check in with the client after 6 weeks to see how they are getting on, and after 6 months to see how they are and check if anything has changed, got worse or improved.
The service is designed to give people the tools, contacts and support to make positive changes and especially to tackle the impact of loneliness and isolation.
An action plan, or support plan, will be devised with all clients, identifying their main goals based on their individual needs and challenges, and referring them, with their consent only, to other services and support we agree can help. At this stage we’ll assess if a volunteer like you can help then take full advantage of this support.
What you will get out of it
What is expected of me?
We tell you about each client and ask if you’d like to take it up. You would then arrange and complete the call or visit when convenient. The work you do is conducted in line with guidance we provide and you must comply with necessary procedures including Data Protection/Confidentiality and Personal Safety.
After the visit/contact you will complete and submit a contact form. Volunteers complete relevant training, provide references and complete a DBS check.
Key skills and requirements
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.