Volunteer
Age UK Wandsworth relies on volunteers to help us offer vital services in the local community. Would you like to lend a hand?
Volunteering roles with Age UK Wandsworth
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Visiting older people
Could you visit, call or take out an lonely older person? Help us support the older members of our community in Wandsworth by becoming a visiting volunteer.
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Helping in our office
Meet new people and help us deliver our services in our friendly office
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Digipals
Could you support older people with basic tasks online? You don't need to be a computer whizz, just friendly, supportive and computer literate.
Why volunteer?
Volunteering is a great way to meet new people, learn new skills, and support the work we do in the community.
Who can volunteer?
Almost anyone can be a volunteer. We have a wide range of roles which suit different people and differentYou must be over 18 and be able to volunteer without children. You must also be prepared to have a full DBS check and undergo training where appropriate.
What training will i have?
You will be offered training in safeguarding and wheelchair use (where appropriate). You will also receive a full briefing and ongoing support from your service coordinator.
What else you can do to support us
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Take part in a fundraiser
Could you help us raise vital funding? You could take part in one of our fundraising events, such as our pub quiz, or you could also do your own fundraiser like a cake sale or sponsored run.
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Get your colleagues involved
Could you talk to your colleagues or your employer about how you can support us? We have lots of ideas for how organisations can get involved, including sponsoring an event, making us Charity of the Year, or donating equipment.