search for opportunities to volunteer in Sandwell
search for opportunities to volunteer in Sandwell
The organisation offers telephone befriending to people who may be lonely and in need of support. Telephone befriending can provide invaluable support to people who are isolated and at home. The volunteer role can be delivered over the phone at agreed times. Murray Hall delivers the Lottery funded SPARCS service. The aim of the service is to reduce social isolation and loneliness in those over 65 years.
Minimum age: 18+
phone 07565 447760
Put some joy in an elderly person's life by talking and befriending them and helping them enjoy brunch. Not forgetting helping out afterwards to make sure the place is nice and clean.
Minimum age: 16+
phone 07957 370808
map 455, Dudley Road, Smethwick, B18 4HE
We work with newly/recently arrived families and refugee whose children are underachieving in education. We can arrange sessions for various groups according to the availability of the volunteers. We are open 7 days a week, except public holidays. We need volunteer tutors for supplementary classes and homework support sessions.
Minimum age: 18+
phone 07763796677 or 01214483940
map Victoria Park Skill Centre, Smethwick, B66 3PU
We work with newly/recently arrived families and refugee whose children need support. We can arrange sessions for various groups according to the availability of the volunteers. We are open 7 days a week, except public holidays.
Minimum age: 18+
phone 07763796677 or 01214483940
map Victoria Park Skill Centre, Smethwick, B66 3PU
Midlands Air Ambulance Charity (MAAC) operates and funds three air ambulances covering six Midlands counties including the West Midlands. Three rapid response vehicles are deployed when the helicopters are unable to fly, for example during bad weather.
Minimum age: 18+
phone 0800 8 402040
St. Albans seeks minibus escort volunteers to support clients to social activities. Adhering to Health & Safety procedures, you would: Collect clients from their homes and assist them onto the bus. Seat and safety belt every client. Keep an eye on safety during the journey and liaise with the driver regarding any issues. Once at the centre, escort clients into the day centre and comfortably seated. Assist clients on their return journeys using the same protocols.
Minimum age: 18+
phone 0121 558 2998
map St Albans Road, Smethwick, B67 7NL
Showtime Community Productions CIO has many opportunities for members - performing, backstage, dancing, costumes, scenery creation, or even making the tea - all as we work towards a full scale production. All ages above eight years welcome.
Minimum age: 16+
phone 07708 770853
map Sons of Rest Building,
Foley Street, Wednesbury, WS10 9HG
If you can speak up for an older person and help them sort their care and accommodation needs, therefore helping reduce isolation, you could be just what we're looking for.
Minimum age: 18+
phone 0121 520 8070
Work alongside other young people and residents to enhance the neighbourhood and enjoy life there
Minimum age: 16+
phone 07870 809387
map Hawthorn Fields Neighbourhood Office, St Vincent Crescent, West Bromwich, B70 0DZ
Riverside is one of the leading registered providers of social housing in the UK, offering affordable housing and support to people of all ages and circumstances.
Minimum age: 18+
phone 07870 809387
map Hawthorn Fields Neighbourhood Office, St Vincent Crescent, West Bromwich, B70 0DZ