As a Volunteer

If you have an hour or so to spare, are interested in helping someone in your local community and would like to volunteer then please get in touch.

• You could make a marked difference to someone’s life.
• Providing a listening ear over a cup of tea.
• We try to match our clients with a volunteer sharing similar interests, so sharing a hobby e.g. gardening can be fun.
• If able you could take your client for a short car trip to visit the shops/have a cuppa together.
• Main carers find a small break can be a lifeline.
• Full training and support is provided.
• Volunteers will not be involved with personal care, medical care, counselling, domestic tasks or financial matters.

Volunteering can offer many benefits to individuals, including the opportunity to make a positive difference in their community, develop new skills and interests, and meet new people. Volunteering can also improve mental health and wellbeing by increasing social connections and reducing feelings of loneliness and isolation. Additionally, volunteering can enhance career prospects by providing valuable work experience and opportunities to network and develop professional skills. By giving their time and skills to a cause they are passionate about, volunteers can experience a sense of purpose and fulfilment that can positively impact their overall wellbeing.

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'I volunteer for 3 Glens Community Care because I like helping. Moving to another country it was especially important for me to be involved in the community and help where I could, I feel I am making a contribution to society.'