Uckfield Volunteer Centre
Brokerage, marketing volunteering, good practice development, policy response and campaigning, strategic development of volunteering, information collation and public acessibility.
Volunteering is one of the most rewarding things you can do. You may think it’s all about helping others, but you’d be surprised at how much you’ll gain from the experience. Volunteering promotes mental wellbeing, teaches you new skills, expands your outlook and helps you make new friends. A study by Dr Rachel Cassidy of the University of Wales, in association with Volunteering England, found a number of health benefits from volunteering, including: Ability to cope with ill health A healthier lifestyle Improved family relationships Fewer feelings of isolation Improved self-esteem and sense of purpose Volunteering in Uckfield Volunteers are an essential part of every society, and our local community here in Uckfield is no different. Here at the Uckfield Volunteer Centre we’ll help you find the perfect volunteering opportunity. We’ll take into account: Your availability (how much time you can spare and how often) Your skills and experience Your age and abilities Your personal preferences Your location and access to transport Where necessary we can also help you to obtain a DBS check (which checks for criminal convictions) and we have specific safeguarding policies for youth volunteers. Find out about our current volunteering opportunities. Youth volunteering – for children and young people. Apply to be a volunteer. Community hub Alongside our volunteering services, the Volunteer Centre also serves as a hub of support and information for communities in Uckfield and the surrounding areas. Our services include: Information on local groups/services and what’s on in Uckfield Bus/train timetables Photocopying and laminating services Networking lunches and training/networking sessions (come and learn!) IT training and support for computers and mobile devices Hearing aid maintenance Have a browse through our website or pop in to visit us and find out more.
Uckfield Volunteer Centre
Volunteering is one of the most rewarding things you can do. You may think it’s all about helping others, but you’d be surprised at how much you’ll gain from the experience. Volunteering promotes mental wellbeing, teaches you new skills, expands your outlook and helps you make new friends. A study by Dr Rachel Cassidy of the University of Wales, in association with Volunteering England, found a number of health benefits from volunteering, including: Ability to cope with ill health A healthier lifestyle Improved family relationships Fewer feelings of isolation Improved self-esteem and sense of purpose Volunteering in Uckfield Volunteers are an essential part of every society, and our local community here in Uckfield is no different. Here at the Uckfield Volunteer Centre we’ll help you find the perfect volunteering opportunity. We’ll take into account: Your availability (how much time you can spare and how often) Your skills and experience Your age and abilities Your personal preferences Your location and access to transport Where necessary we can also help you to obtain a DBS check (which checks for criminal convictions) and we have specific safeguarding policies for youth volunteers. Find out about our current volunteering opportunities. Youth volunteering – for children and young people. Apply to be a volunteer. Community hub Alongside our volunteering services, the Volunteer Centre also serves as a hub of support and information for communities in Uckfield and the surrounding areas. Our services include: Information on local groups/services and what’s on in Uckfield Bus/train timetables Photocopying and laminating services Networking lunches and training/networking sessions (come and learn!) IT training and support for computers and mobile devices Hearing aid maintenance Have a browse through our website or pop in to visit us and find out more.
Brokerage, marketing volunteering, good practice development, policy response and campaigning, strategic development of volunteering, information collation and public acessibility.
The help they provide
Where they help (Areas):Wealden
Who they help (Beneficiaries):Local Community
How they help (Services):Advice, Information & Advocacy, Support for Volunteering
Get In Touch
Unit 3, 79 High Street
Uckfield
TN22 1AS
Email:office@uckfieldvolunteer.org.uk
Telephone:01825760019
