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Volunteering
Our volunteers are at the heart of everything we do. Without them, there would be no Alsager Community Support. From giving lifts and collecting prescriptions to offering a listening ear, our volunteers make a real difference in people’s lives every single day.
Why volunteer?
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Give something back to the community you love
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Meet new people and make friends
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Learn new skills and build confidence
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Make a direct impact on the lives of local people
Become a Volunteer Befriender
Can you spare at least an hour a week and wish to make a positive difference to someone’s life whilst contributing to the wellbeing of the community? Why not join our team of volunteer befrienders.
As a Volunteer Befriender, you will be part of a vital support network for an individual who may be experiencing loneliness, isolation or other challenges. You will be provided with the appropriate training and support to build a friendly and supportive relationship with your assigned individual, providing companionship and a listening ear.
Become a Volunteer Shopper
Can you spare at least an hour a week and wish to make a positive difference to someone’s life whilst contributing to the wellbeing of the community? Why not join our team of volunteer shoppers.
As a Volunteer Shopper, you will be part of a vital support network for an individual who may be experiencing difficulties in obtaining their own shopping due to illness, mobility issues or other challenges. You will be provided with the appropriate training and support to build a friendly and supportive relationship with your assigned individual.
Become a Volunteer Lunch Club Driver
Can you spare a couple of hours a week (even on an ad-hoc basis) to play a vital role in providing transportation assistance to seniors who attend the local Lunch Club on a Tuesday or Thursday afternoon, for some their only opportunity to socialise or even leave their home? Why not join our team of volunteer Lunch Club Drivers.
As a Volunteer Lunch Club Driver, you will have the responsibility for ensuring your passengers safely arrive for lunch (12-1.15pm) and are returned home providing them joy gained in allowing them to meet friends and a link to the outside world. You will be equipped with the appropriate training and support to enable you to successfully fulfil and enjoy your volunteer role.
Become a Volunteer Medical Driver
Can you spare an hour or so on an ad-hoc basis to play a vital role in providing transportation assistance to individuals who require support attending essential medical appointments? Why not join our team of volunteer Medical Drivers.
As a Volunteer Medical Driver, you will be the vital link in allowing individuals to attend important medical appointments which otherwise they would sadly miss potentially having a detrimental impact on their health and wellbeing. You will be provided with the appropriate training and support to enable you to successfully fulfil your role.
Become a Centre Volunteer
Can you spare at least three hours a week to play a vital role in providing support in our Advice and Information Centre?
As a Centre Volunteer, you’ll be a friendly face for people who walk through our doors looking for help, information, or simply someone who will listen. You’ll offer guidance on a wide range of issues, signpost to other organisations when needed, share local knowledge and resources, and help book appointments for clients who need extra support with one of our Advisors.
You don’t need to know everything from day one – You will be provided with the appropriate training and support to enable you to successfully fulfil your role.
Keen to volunteer?
Complete the form and we’ll get back to you.