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Larkhall and District Volunteer Group

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Why not join us ?

Do you want to

Do something worthwhile ?
Make a real difference in someone's life ?
Use existing skills and learn new ones ?
Meet new people, have fun, and get out of the house for a while ?

Could you

Visit someone each week ?
Help with shopping ?
Chat to people on the phone ?
Help with transport, either driving or as an escort ?
Do some gardening or decorating ?

Some benefits

sense of achievement
chance to meet new people
have some fun
gain valuable experience
learn new skills and build portfolio of achievement
possibly obtain training certificates
improve CV and job prospects
have another source of references for job applications

Volunteers help us to meet our aims by:

Giving time and effort
Giving commitment and enthusiasm
Providing feedback and new ideas

What commitment is expected:

When a volunteer agrees to carry out a particular task we expect them to see it through, or let us know in good time if they are unable to do so.

What support and training is provided:

The Co-ordinator and Management Committee are available to all members to discuss problems at any time as well as regular reviews. Volunteer expenses are reimbursed.
General training in group procedures is provided as part of the introduction process. Training specific to task is provided, and may include attending external courses.

To find out more, contact us by phone, email or pop in to see us.

What happens next:

An application form has to be completed
Two references are taken up
You will be asked to come in for an informal chat to discuss what you would like to do and what would be involved.
You will be given training and matched to agreed tasks.
Ongoing support, training, developing new opportunitiies.

See our Contact page for more details, or Email
ldvg@btconnect.com