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Asthma + LungUK
Mission Statement
Our mission is to drive the transformation of lung health. We strive for a world where lung health is prioritised through better understanding, research, treatment and support.
Therefore we fund cutting-edge research, and provide advice and support for the 12 million people who will get a lung condition during their lifetime.
We also campaign for clean air and better NHS diagnosis and treatment.
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Barnardo's
Mission Statement
Barnardo's protects, supports and nurtures the UK's most vulnerable children. Barnardo's helps bring out the best in children – no matter who they are or what they have been through. Our volunteers help make this happen.
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Bridges Mentoring Project
Mission Statement
Our VISION is to see every vulnerable young person have a consistent, trusted and positive adult role model in their life who supports and inspires them to grow into adulthood.
Bridges Project empowers young people to take responsibility for their own lives and choices, to enable a positive impact within the local community
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Cherry Trees (East Clandon)
Cherry Trees supports some of the most vulnerable children in Surrey, as well as their families. Our home from home respite care is a lifeline to over 100 families. As a volunteer, you can be part of the Cherry Trees community, making a difference every single day.
Mission Statement
Our purpose
To be a force for good by transforming lives through exceptional home from home care for children with all disabilities and their families.
Our Vision
Our doors will always be open to families in need throughout the South East, by being a much loved and supported charity.
Our Values
Our aim at Cherry Trees is to offer the opportunity to children with learning and physical disabilities, most of which are severe, to enhance their quality of life by providing a safe, home-like environment whilst also providing their parents with a meaningful break.
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Creative Response Arts (Ltd) (Farnham)
Mission Statement
Creative Response is a small local charity offering arts-based workshops for people experiencing mental health, learning and physical difficulties.
In our central Farnham studio, practising artists work collaboratively with members from across Surrey and surrounding areas, guiding and facilitating the creation of paintings, drawings, sculpture and ceramics.
We are passionate advocates of the benefits of the arts for mental health and well-being, and our team are proud to have been serving the community for over 25 years.
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Crossroads Care Surrey
LOOKING TO GIVE SOMETHING BACK?
We at Crossroads Care Surrey have a variety of voluntary roles available.
Crossroads Care is Surrey's leading charity providing respite care support to Carers. We've been working across Surrey for over 30 years, with our core purpose being to improve the quality of life of unpaid carers and those they are caring for.
COVID-19 Emergency Response
As a result of Coronavirus, Crossroads swiftly implemented a response by providing essential shopping and prescription collection services to carers and to other vulnerable people that were isolated at home. We provided regular wellbeing calls to check in on people to see how they were coping and to offer support with shopping. We're now developing a volunteer based Outreach Support and Telephone Befriending with Digital Tech project largely in response to Covid, but which enable us to continue to support people who need it with shopping and prescription collections, and also with support in learning and using digital technology. We are seeking new volunteers who are interested in providing Outreach Support and / or Telephone or Digital Befriending.
As an Outreach Support Volunteer you would support people living in the same borough as yourself with shopping and prescription collections. We would provide you with appropriate PPE and pay any related fuel costs.
As a Befriender you would support carers and other older people, or those being cared for, who are feeling isolated and alone and who would benefit from having someone to speak to simply to chat about life, the weather, local services and events etc. We're interested in hearing from volunteers who are relatively IT savvy and would be able to connect to our Cloud based phone system to make telephone or virtual calls to clients. We'd also like volunteers to get involved with an exciting new Befriending with digital tech project, through which you would be able to support people in learning to use, or building confidence in using laptops, smart phones and tablets. Even if you're not computer savvy, but would benefit from being a befriender yourself, please get in touch.
We are also now looking for people that are interested in supporting the development of the charity as a Trustee. We are looking for people with relevant and transferrable skills in keys areas including accounting & finance, HR & culture, marketing & fundraising and operations. Find out more and apply through our website at https://crossroadscaresurrey.org.uk/about-us/#trustee
And we are always looking for people that are interested in other volunteering roles, including by offering support in care or club settings, in the community, with fundraising, or in the head office.
If you are interested in becoming part of our Surrey wide team and being involved in providing support to your community, please email us at enquiries@crossroadscaresurrey.org.uk to request a volunteer pack.
We'd love to hear from you... if you have a good understanding of what it's like to be a carer and are looking to give something back through volunteering.
Mission Statement
Crossroads Care Surrey is an established charity of over 30 years, offering a range of support services to carers and the people for whom they care. We are committed to supporting people at an earlier stage in their care journey and recognise there can be a considerable length of time between a person needing some care and support periodically and them needing full time, round-the-clock care.
Community Support Volunteers will support Crossroads Care Surrey by providing the delivery of essential shopping for cared for people and carers that are struggling with the weekly shop or collecting prescriptions. With access to your own vehicle, you will receive requests made by the Community Support Co-ordinator to complete a shopping trip to help the people Crossroads Care Surrey support in your community.
Befriending Volunteers will support befriending service to the people we support, enabling them to benefit from knowing there is someone there to listen, understand, be their friend and check in on their wellbeing. Calls could last anything from 10 minutes to half an hour and you will need to ensure that you can listen with understanding and patience and then respond appropriately.
Our Companion Volunteers provide visits upwards of 1 and a half hours. Companionship visits are generally provided by our team of volunteers and are geared up towards people in the early stages of their caring journey, and their loved ones who do not – at this stage – require round-the-clock or specialist support.
We're also looking for new Trustee's to join us now, so if you're interested in supporting us in leading the development of respite services for carers in Surrey, please enquire through our website www.crossroadscaresurrey.org.uk
We are also always looking for people that are interested in other volunteering roles, including by offering support in care or club settings, in the community or in the head office.
If you are interested in becoming part of our Surrey wide team and being involved in providing support to your community, please email us at enquiries@crossroadscaresurrey.org.uk to request a volunteer pack.
We'd love to hear from you... if you have a good understanding of what it's like to be a carer and are looking to give something back through volunteering.
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Dan Eley Foundation, The (Godalming)
Mission Statement
The goal of The Dan Eley Foundation is to create a supportive environment where disadvantaged young children are given the opportunity to try a range of technical and vocational skills and to provide them with the professional training they need to obtain legitimate employment.
It is our aim to be recognized as a charity that helps young people to help themselves and ultimately achieve true independence.
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Elysian Animal Assisted Interventions Ltd
GASP Motor Project (Near Albury)
Mission Statement
GASP is widely recognised in Surrey as a provider of non-judgmental, caring and practical support. We deliver accredited courses in basic motor mechanics and practical engineering skills and contribute to students’ positive personal development. We do this by providing specialist, practical, hands-on learning within a focused, personalised and disciplined framework. This is either at our fully equipped custom-built workshop in Albury (near Guildford) or through our mobile unit, which enables us to bring the courses out to schools and
youth organisations across Surrey.
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Girlguiding Guildford
Mission Statement
About Girl Guiding - Guildford Division
Guiding is a game - with a purpose. It provides opportunities for girls and young women to: - Be challenged by new adventures and experiences and achieve a sense of pride in accomplishment. - Develop self-awareness, self-respect and self-confidence. - Develop a personal faith and values to give life meaning and direction think for themselves, govern themselves and make their own decisions. - Make friends and have fun in the family of Guiding. - Develop a sense of tolerance, justice, kindness and honour learn teamwork and acquire leadership skills, working with and for others. - Appreciate the environment and how to live in it.
Girlguiding Guildford
Guildford Borough Council - Community Wellbeing Team
Mission Statement
Do you love gardening? Do you like helping those in your community? Then we have the perfect project for you!
We are looking for volunteers to help those in their local community, who are not able to upkeep their gardens. We are aiming to start the project in Merrow during the Springtime. This is a pilot project and in the future, we would love for it to be rolled out across all the wards of Guildford.
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Guildford Sea Cadets
Mission Statement
We are a very well established Sea Cadet unit that has been in operation since 1942. We were recognised in 2010 as one of the best units in the southern area. This is not only because of our central location, right in the heart of Guildford, but because of our ethos and commitment to provide top notch activities for young people.
Our superb location, perched on the banks of the River Wey near the National Trust's Dapdune Wharf, is so close to the water that you can touch it. And this fits well with our aim; to give young people the opportunity to get out onto the water, gain confidence and have a lot of laughs at the same time.
We want to keep our cadets active both on an off the water. Long evenings in the Summer months mean loads of time on the water: Kayaking, sailing, rowing and driving power boats. Then when the nights draw cold and you think that all we can do is in a classroom you find we keep active: rock climbing, leadership games and activities and sports games.
We currently have 65 cadets, male and female aged between 10 and 18, of whom 16 are Royal Marine Cadets.
We have a wide range of facilities and instructional staff which means we can offer you the opportunity to learn new skills in a safe environment whilst having loads of fun!
Volunteer for Guildford Sea Cadets
Sea Cadet Instructor
We are a very well established Sea Cadet unit that has been in operation since 1942. We were recognised in 2010 as one of the best units in the southern area. This is not only because of our central location, right in the heart of Guildford, but because of our ethos and commitment to provide top notch activities for young people.
Our superb location, perched on the banks of the River Wey near the National Trust's Dapdune Wharf, is so close to the water that you can touch it. And this fits well with our aim; to give young people the opportunity to get out onto the water, gain confidence and have a lot of laughs at the same time.
We want to keep our cadets active both on an off the water. Long evenings in the Summer months mean loads of time on the water: Kayaking, sailing, rowing and driving power boats. Then when the nights draw cold and you think that all we can do is in a classroom you find we keep active: rock climbing, leadership games and activities and sports games.
We currently have 65 cadets, male and female aged between 10 and 18, of whom 16 are Royal Marine Cadets.
We have a wide range of facilities and instructional staff which means we can offer you the opportunity to learn new skills in a safe environment whilst having loads of fun!
We are looking for volunteers to supervise and train(once qualified) cadets - boys and girls aged from 10 to 18. Activities include canoeing, sailing (including offshore opportunities), PE, shooting, expeditions (including D of E awards), catering etc. Also classroom instruction in engineering, seamanship, communications, etc.
When Required - Uniformed instructors - 2 weekday evenings
- Civilian instructors - 1 evening
- Casual helpers - as available (U25V)
Areas of interest - Children, Sport and Outdoor Activities, Youth
Types of Activity - Practical work and DIY, Teaching, Training and Coaching, Youth Work
Skills - Interest in helping young people. Willingness to go on courses which might involve a weekend. CRB necessary and Child Protection Courses are mandatory. 18+
Expenses - Travel and food during training activities at the weekend (only for uniformed staff)
Directions - At Dapdune Wharf next to the National Trust on River Wey. Access either via Walnut Tree Close (car park) of Woodbridge Road (park on road) and then via footpath which links the two.
Recruitment Method - CRB Check, Informal Discussion, Interviews, References
Management Committee Member
We are a very well established Sea Cadet unit that has been in operation since 1942. We were recognised in 2010 as one of the best units in the southern area. This is not only because of our central location, right in the heart of Guildford, but because of our ethos and commitment to provide top notch activities for young people.
Our superb location, perched on the banks of the River Wey near the National Trust's Dapdune Wharf, is so close to the water that you can touch it. And this fits well with our aim; to give young people the opportunity to get out onto the water, gain confidence and have a lot of laughs at the same time.
We want to keep our cadets active both on an off the water. Long evenings in the Summer months mean loads of time on the water: Kayaking, sailing, rowing and driving power boats. Then when the nights draw cold and you think that all we can do is in a classroom you find we keep active: rock climbing, leadership games and activities and sports games.
We currently have 65 cadets, male and female aged between 10 and 18, of whom 16 are Royal Marine Cadets.
We have a wide range of facilities and instructional staff which means we can offer you the opportunity to learn new skills in a safe environment whilst having loads of fun!
Description of Volunteer Role - We are looking for volunteers to help with the management, fundraising, publicity, insurance, safety personnel and other policy aspects of running a flourishing youth organisation run entirely by volunteers.
Volunteers would be required for one evening per month for committee meetings and occasional visits to the unit for other purposes.
The Management Committee meets about 10 times per year and the AGM is from 7.15 to 9.15pm, usually on a Tuesday or Wednesday. There are also some ad hoc meetings when VIPs visit on a Monday or Thursday (probably 2 per year)
When Required - Time Flexible
Commitment: Part Time
Areas of Interest - Children, Sport and Outdoor Activities, Youth.
Types of Activity - Community Work, Fundraising, Marketing, PR and Media, Trusteeship and Committee Work.
Skills - None other than a desire and enthusiasm to help the youngsters of today become the responsible adults of tomorrow.
There are occasional courses run by the Sea Cadet Corps to attend. Also a CRB check is necessary and a child protection course every 3 years.
Directions - At Dapdune Wharf, next to the National Trust on the River Wey. Access either via Walnut Tree Close (Car Park) or Woodbridge Road(Park on Road) and then via footpath which links the two.
Recruitment Method - CRB Check, Informal Discussion.
Hale Community Centre (Sandy Hill Community Bungalow)
Halow project (Guildford)
Mission Statement
To make a difference
About us
The halow project is a growing community-based charity, situated in Guildford, Surrey. We support young people, aged 16+, with a learning disability on their journey into adult life.
The young people we work with want the opportunity to:
- Build relationships
- Become part of the community
- Find meaningful employment
- Have a home of their own
We believe that the young people we support have the right to be part of and respected in their communities and are entitled to a life they choose in ways which best suit them. halow is committed to developing creative opportunities and removing social barriers.
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Hive Helpers
Mission Statement
Hive Helpers' Mission is to:
INSPIRE care for pollinators - through beekeeping and connecting with the local community
IMPACT positively on local habitats - through nature conservation and raising awareness
IMPROVE mental and physical wellbeing - through mindful and empowering outdoor activities
Volunteer Roles
Volunteer Beekeeping and Conservation Support Worker - Runfold
We are a small Community Interest Company looking for people interested in supporting us voluntarily with Beekeeping and Conservation activities. Some of these activities will take place with clients, which include families, adult groups, child/youth groups and people with additional needs. You will need to be happy doing physical work outdoors in all weathers, have an interest in nature, and not be afraid of bees (of suffer from anaphylaxis). You don't have to be a beekeeper or a conservationist - you can learn alongside us. We value kind, energetic, positive people.
We are based in Runfold, Farnham, on a community farm, in a rural location. You will need your own transport, as public transport to our site is limited. Currently we cannot pay travel expenses, however this is something we are looking into providing for our volunteers in future.
Jobs will include: helping to manage and maintain beehives, vegetation management, cleaning equipment, conservation activities such as pollinator friendly planting, assisting beekeepers with hive-opening sessions, also supporting with the honey harvest, crafting, wellbeing sessions and fundraising.
You will need to undergo an enhanced DBS check and must be over 18 years old.
22/06/2021
Jigsaw Trust (Cranleigh)
Mission Statement
Jigsaw Trust is committed to raising awareness of autism and to providing facilities, services and resources for the education, integration, guidance, assessment, outreach and support of people affected
by autism.
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MCR Pathways
Mission Statement
MCR Pathways supports vulnerable young people in the care system, those who have previously been in the care system, or those who have other hardships in their lives to realise their full potential. We do this by providing mentoring in school during term time to help these young vulnerable students to reach their full potential in school and life despite their difficult circumstances. So they are defined by their talent and not their circumstances. We are looking for volunteer mentors for these young people, for one hour a week, for a minimum of one year, in your local area. You could really change a young persons future!
At MCR Pathways our aim is to help young people unlock their potential, no matter their circumstances. Working together with our inspiring mentor community and partners, we can help young people to realise their skills and progress onto a positive destination. Our vision is for all young people to experience equality of education outcomes, career opportunities and life chances.
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Mediation Surrey CIO
Mission Statement
We transform lives by providing mediation and coaching support to individuals facing anti-social behaviour and conflict, helping them restore peace and harmony in their communities.
Volunteer Opportunities
Treasurer Trustee
What will you be doing?
Treasurer for Mediation Surrey
We are looking for a Treasurer to join our committed team as a Board member and Trustee of Mediation Surrey. The role is voluntary and reports to the Chair.
On an on-going basis the Treasurer will be responsible for:
- The financial and accounting policy of the Charity
- Playing a leading role on the Board on issues such as strategy, financing and risk management
- Working with the DOS in the production and Board approval of the Annual Budget (approx. £200,000) and its monitoring thereafter
- Liaise with the Funding Trustee on the financing strategy of the Charity
- Monitor and approval of expense payments submitted by the DOS
- Maintain up to date financial records and quarterly summary accounts
- Oversee production of year end accounts for the annual AGM
What are we looking for?
Skills required:
Ideally the candidate will have worked at a senior level in an organisation, have good communication and interpersonal skills, have a basic working knowledge of accounting/finance and knowledge of Excel/accounting software.
Time commitment
The position will require a regular time commitment of approximately 10 hours per month.
What difference will you make?
Mediation Surrey provides an important public service to the residents of Surrey. It is largely funded by the Police, local, borough and County Councils and Housing Associations because of the complementary role it plays in helping these organisations to attain their goals. Specifically, community mediation helps solve neighbourhood disputes and issues of anti-social behaviour before they can escalate into more serious problems. Intergenerational mediation helps solve family disputes, typically between a teenager and their parents, before it becomes an issue for social services. Support coaching builds resilience in victims of anti-social behaviour to help them cope with the situation.
The Treasurer plays an important role in ensuring that the organisation is run in a professional and transparent way. They will also have the opportunity to fully contribute to the strategy of the Charity and the growth in its services.
Objectives
Mediation Surrey is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) established for the purpose of minimising the mental, physical and social impact of interpersonal conflict and anti-social behaviour on the residents of Surrey through building improved resilience, communication and understanding, to help them cope with, prevent or resolve disputes.
It does this by offering free services for community mediation, intergenerational mediation and victim support coaching from over 100 trained volunteer mediators and coaches.
In addition, Mediation Surrey offers an affordable Family Mediation service for divorcing or separating couples.
Mediation Surrey employs 6 part time staff, led by a Director of Services (DOS), to run the operations of the charity.
Mediation Surrey provides an important public service to the residents of Surrey. It is largely funded by the Police, local, borough and County Councils and Housing Associations because of the complementary role it plays in helping these organisations to attain their goals. Specifically, community mediation helps solve neighbourhood disputes and issues of anti-social behaviour before they can escalate into more serious problems. Intergenerational mediation helps solve family disputes, typically between a teenager and their parents, before it becomes an issue for social services. Support coaching builds resilience in victims of anti-social behaviour to help them cope with the situation.
Please complete our volunteer application form via the link below. If you would like further information please contact Helen McGowan on the following email helenm@mediationsurrey.org
https://forms.volunteero.org/view/cf05c638-17ce-4fa8-afd4-8575777644a9
Support coaches
Support Coaching for those affected by Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB)
A rewarding volunteer opportunity for volunteer coaches
About the Role
At Mediation Surrey, with funding from the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner, we offer a supportive coaching service for those impacted by Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB) and those facing challenges with their neighbours. Since launching in 2017, our service has grown steadily to meet the increasing demand, and we’re now looking for compassionate, capable volunteers to join us.
How it Works
Our service provides clients with coaching that’s tailored to their needs. After our casework team completes an initial phone assessment to ensure that we are the appropriate service to meet the client’s support needs, coaches typically offer one to three coaching sessions, each lasting around an hour. These sessions are scheduled at times that work for both you and the client, providing the flexibility you need to support them in the best way possible.
Training and Support
We understand the importance of feeling prepared and supported when working with clients affected by ASB and other challenges, so all our volunteer coaches receive comprehensive in-house training before taking on cases. You’ll also have access to peer support groups, two supervision sessions each year, and additional training opportunities throughout the year to help you grow your skills.
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking people who want to make a difference by volunteering their time and expertise.
Ideally, you will:
- Have experience working with vulnerable adults or in other high-stress situations
- Be skilled at recognising and navigating strong emotions, both at the surface and below
- Encourage clients to create their own solutions while taking ownership of their situation
- Commit to supporting at least 6 clients a year, helping us meet the growing demand and allowing you to build your coaching confidence
- Attend regular supervision sessions and continue your ongoing development with us
If you’re passionate about helping others and want to make a positive impact, we’d love to hear from you. Please complete our volunteer application form via the link below. If you would like further information please contact Helen McGowan on the following email helenm@mediationsurrey.org
https://forms.volunteero.org/view/cf05c638-17ce-4fa8-afd4-8575777644a9
Momentum Children's Charity
Mission Statement
Helping families of seriously ill children to keep moving forward
From hospital to home and beyond, we’ll be with you and your family every step of the way.
Volunteer Roles
Event Volunteer
Role Purpose
Our Event Volunteer role is vital in ensuring that we can help families of seriously ill children keep moving forward. From Cheer Squads - providing encouragement at cheer points for those participating in challenge events; running stalls at markets and events; helping with bucket collections; attending local events to raise our profile to getting into character as ‘Mo’ our owl mascot. The gift of your time is invaluable to our charity.
What we are looking for in our volunteers
We are looking for enthusiastic, friendly, trustworthy people who enjoy being in a group with other volunteers. Depending on the event, you will need to be able to withstand all weather conditions and be happy to be on your feet… or not! Flexibility, self-motivation and the willingness to motivate others are all great traits for Event Volunteers.
What’s in it for you?
You will be part of the Momentum team of volunteers and will meet plenty of other like-minded, friendly people at whatever event you choose to get involved in. You will gain satisfaction knowing that you have made a difference to the participants and raised the profile of Momentum at the event.
Hours required
Hours will vary, but it could be anything from 2-6 hours per event. This is an ad-hoc role and we will keep you informed of dates/times that we are looking for volunteer support. We will contact you when we need you and you are under no obligation to accept if you are otherwise busy.
Location
The locations will vary but much of our work and events are based in Surrey, Sussex and South West London.
How we’ll support you
There will be a key point of contact for you from the Momentum office and we’ll give you all the information you need prior to the event, such as meeting points, required resources and points of contact.
Pebble Painter
All our supported children are given a pebble painted with a character/design of their choice.
We are always looking for people to paint these pebbles for us.
This is super flexible and can be done at home in your own time!
National Autistic Society (Godalming)
Mission Statement
The National Autistic Society is here to transform lives, change attitudes and create a society that works for autistic people.
We transform lives by providing support, information and practical advice for the 700,000 autistic adults and children in the UK, as well as their three million family members and carers. Since 1962, autistic people have turned to us at key moments or challenging times in their lives, be it getting a diagnosis, going to school or finding work.
We change attitudes by improving public understanding of autism and the difficulties many autistic people face. We also work closely with businesses, local authorities and government to help them provide more autism-friendly spaces, deliver better services and improve laws.
The National Autistic Society is here to transform lives, change attitudes and create a society that works for autistic people.
We transform lives by providing support, information and practical advice for the 700,000 autistic adults and children in the UK, as well as their three million family members and carers. Since 1962, autistic people have turned to us at key moments or challenging times in their lives, be it getting a diagnosis, going to school or finding work.
We change attitudes by improving public understanding of autism and the difficulties many autistic people face. We also work closely with businesses, local authorities and government to help them provide more autism-friendly spaces, deliver better services and improve laws.
Godalming Youth Clubs Surrey Volunteer
Queen Elizabeth's Foundation for Disabled People
Mission Statement
Queen Elizabeth’s Foundation for Disabled People (QEF) is a disability charity based in Surrey, with national reach. With more than 85 years’ experience of developing innovative services which support almost 10,000 disabled people a year to achieve their potential and increase their independence.
QEF works with children and adults with physical and learning disabilities or acquired brain injuries. They offer a wide range of expert services, whether it’s providing expert neuro rehabilitation to rebuild a life affected by brain injury, providing assistive equipment and specialist advice to increase independent mobility, or acquiring the skills to drive a specially adapted car.
General Interests
- Volunteer Online Shop Start-Up
- Volunteer Gardening - Leatherhead
- Volunteer Assistant to Volunteer Coordinator
- Volunteer Shop Assistant - East Horsley
- Volunteer Online Project Researcher - Leatherhead
- Volunteer Transit Driver - Leatherhead
- Volunteer Corportate Volunteer Facilitator - Leatherhead
- Volunteer Furniture Shop Assistant - Leatherhead
- Volunteer Receptionist - Leatherhead
- Volunteer with Microsoft Teams Experience - Leatherhead
- Volunteer Drivers - Leatherhead
- Engagement and Partnership Volunteer - Leatherhead
Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Centre - RASASC Guildford
Mission Statement
To provide a clear, accessible pathway for Surrey-based survivors of rape and sexual abuse, through confidential and specialist person-centred services. To work to reduce perceived stigmas associated with rape and sexual abuse through education and awareness raising.
Volunteer Counsellors Needed
Royal Surrey Charity (Guildford)
Our mission
We are working to deliver exceptional care in a welcoming and safe environment for patients at Royal Surrey Hospital.
From providing state of the art equipment and redeveloping wards, to investing in staff development and funding innovative research, our patients are at the heart of everything we do.
Working collaboratively with medical and support staff, we fund projects that make the biggest impact on the 260,000 people we treat each year – from babies, to children and young adults, to older people.
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Skillway
Mission Statement
Skillway trains young people in manual craft skills to give them a better future with ongoing employment opportunities.
INSPIRE - CREATE - FULFIL - SUCCEED
Skillway is based in the Old Chapels in Deanery Road, Godalming. The young people are usually aged 14 to 16 or 17. They come for one day per week, on recommendation of their school.
We have an excellent employed Workshop Manager and two employed tutors, but most skills are taught by volunteers who have specific craft skills, aided by other volunteers who can give skilled and/or pastoral support.
The main skills offered are Woodworking, Metalwork & basic engineering, Practical motor mechanics, stone carving, creative arts including jewellery making and working with glass.
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South West Surrey Domestic Abuse Outreach Service
Mission Statement
South West Surrey Domestic Abuse Service (SWSDA) supports anyone affected by domestic abuse living in the boroughs of Guildford and Waverley.
We provide free, confidential and independent advice, skilled practical help and ongoing emotional support and information. We have helped thousands of survivors living in our local communities to feel empowered and informed to live a life free from domestic abuse harm.
Volunteer Roles
Surrey Appropriate Adult Volunteer Service
SURREY APPROPRIATE ADULT VOLUNTEER SCHEME
Are you looking for a challenge? Do you have some spare time? Do you want to give something back to your community? Is justice important to you and do you like to see fair play?
If your answer is ‘yes’ to any of the above you may want to become an Appropriate Adult.
The Appropriate Adult Service offers support to vulnerable adults and young people who find themselves detained in Police custody. Being an Appropriate Adult is a challenging, fulfilling and rewarding role. The service SAAVS offer is 24 hour 365 days per year and each volunteer owns a regular weekly slot of between 6 and 8 hours.
What will be expected of me?
You don’t need previous knowledge of legal procedures or social work. The role of the Appropriate Adult is not to provide legal advice but to offer impartial support and be a friendly face in the absence of a family member or carer to people who may be feeling frightened, bewildered, and confused in an unfamiliar situation. As an Appropriate Adult you’ll join our team of volunteers and will be on call at times to suit you. You will be available to answer a call to custody in a swift and professional manner and have access to reliable transport. You will offer vital support to those who need it when they need it most.
What sort of person becomes an Appropriate Adult?
All sorts of people become Appropriate Adults and bring different skills to the team. Two things they all have in common is an excellent ability to communicate and a willingness to donate their free time to SAAVS.
Our introductory two-day training sessions for new volunteers are planned for:
14th and 21st March 2020
20th and 27th June 2020
3rd and 10th October 2020
Mission Statement
This scheme provides for an adult to be present when a juvenile or vulnerable adult is being interviewed in custody, when a parent or other representative is not available. The volunteers are all trained and ready to attend the police station at any time. This scheme is so successful that it has been the recipient of a number of prestigious awards and is now the only provider of this service to Surrey. The scheme is funded through Surrey Youth Justice Team and Surrey County Council's Mental Health Team.
Surrey Family Service
Mission Statement
The Volunteer Host Service provides emergency accommodation on a temporary basis for 16-21 year olds who are at risk of being homeless. The service relies on volunteers to offer a spare room to young people in need for one to three nights.
Host Volunteers provide a safe and secure environment for young people to stay when they’ve had to leave their family home for a number of different reasons. We’re looking for volunteers to welcome a young person to stay in their home for a couple of nights, which enables us to assess the young person’s family situation, resolve conflict and find appropriate longer term accommodation if necessary.
We’re working with the Surrey Families Homelessness Prevention Service to protect vulnerable young people and support families to stay together.
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The Spike Heritage Centre (Guildford)
Mission Statement
The Spike Heritage Centre is one of the few buildings remaining from Guildford's Workhouse in the Poor Law era, which housed the forgotten classes of Victorian England. The Vagrants and Casual Ward, known as The Spike was built in 1906 to house vagrants and low paid workers. After the Poor Laws ended in 1929, it continued as a night hostel until the mid 1960s. The NHS took over the site becoming St Lukes Hospital, operational until the mid 1990s when the new Royal Surrey hospital was opened. The majority of the workhouse site was redeveloped, but due to the efforts of local campaigners, the Casual Ward was saved and remains as a historic building with lots of stories to tell. Individual visitors and groups are welcome to explore this unique building with guides providing the insight about how the poor were treated in a bygone age.
General Interests
The Surrey Care Trust
Mission Statement
To tackle disadvantage, social exclusion and hardship in local communities. To reach out to families to equip them with the skills to improve their economic situation, to reduce social isolation and break the cycle of deprivation.
General Interests
The Therapy Garden (Normandy)
Do you have 5 hours to spare each week?
Then come and help us at The Therapy Garden and join a team of fun, dedicated volunteers!
Mission Statement
The Therapy Garden is a registered charity based in Normandy Village, consisting of one acre of community garden which is managed by a team of horticulturalists, staff and volunteers to provide gardening and horticulture therapy to the more vulnerable members of society. We provide practical horticulture therapy to adults and young people with learning disabilities, mental health issues and physical disabilities.
Our ‘Green School’, enables young people aged 14-19 with learning difficulties such as autism, Down’s Syndrome and Asperger’s to achieve a City & Guilds qualification “Skills for Working Life: Horticulture” in a safe and structured environment. Students are referred to us and funded by mainstream and specialist schools in Surrey and Hampshire and many have gone on to achieve a college place or ongoing employment.
The Therapy Garden is currently organising ‘taster days’ for other groups in the local community such as brain injury and stroke victims and Dementia sufferers and we are able to plan bespoke activities that are tailored to individual client needs.
Volunteering at The Therapy Garden
Client Support Volunteers
We are looking for volunteers to work alongside teenage students and adults who suffer from a wide range of physical, psychological and developmental difficulties.
You will received great support from the team and a full induction. No gardening experience is required, just a desire to be outdoors, have lots of fun and help people.
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Guildford, Farnham,Ash, Aldershot, Pirbright, Woking, Godalming
Volunteer Gardeners wanted
The Therapy Garden seeks enthusiastic gardeners to help grow produce and plants for retail purposes. It would be like having a free allotment! Flexible hours. To plan work in conjunction with our lead horticulturist.
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Guildford, Ash, Pirbright, Farnham
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Treloar Trust
Mission Statement
The Treloar Trust provides education, care, therapy, medical support and independence training to young people with physical disabilities from all over the UK and overseas. Our aim is to prepare these young people for adult life, giving them the confidence and skills to achieve their full potential.
Our Vision
A world where physically disabled young people take control of their lives and achieve their aspirations
Our Mission
To enable physically disabled young people to achieve their aspirations by:
- Providing personalised learning, therapy and care
- Supporting transition into adulthood
- Promoting independence and inclusion
Our Values
We are Inclusive
Everyone – regardless of physical ability, where they live or socioeconomic background – should have the opportunity to take part in life. We treat our Beneficiaries with the same dignity as their non-disabled peers and work to remove barriers in their way.
Our students and Beneficiaries are always at the centre of everything we do. Before we make decisions, we ask, “How will our students and Beneficiaries benefit from this?”
We act with Integrity and Respect
Physically disabled young people should be free to direct their own lives. We listen to young people’s views and support them to make age-appropriate choices about their daily life and informed choices about their future.
We celebrate and promote diversity, value and support each other, and treat everyone with mutual respect. We support a culture of openness, honesty and transparency, where the safeguarding of our students and wellbeing of our staff is paramount.
We strive for Excellence
Physically disabled young people and their families deserve outstanding care and support. We work to make sure all our services are excellent and actively challenge each other to ensure continuous quality improvement.
We continually innovate to ensure that our Beneficiaries receive the cutting-edge, excellent support they deserve.