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Volunteering

 
If you would like to help your community by volunteering, there are a number of ways you can get involved.

Volunteering can include a range of activities:

  • helping in schools
  • working with children and young people
  • creating wildlife gardens
  • befriending older, sick or housebound neighbours
  • organising a tea dance.

The benefits

Volunteering can help you to:

  • learn new skills
  • try something new
  • improve your CV
  • increase your confidence
  • have fun
  • gain experience
  • use your time well
  • make new friends
  • feel part of your community.

How can I find out more?

If you're interested, contact the Volunteer Centre Greenwich. They will discuss your interests with you, and give you information about volunteer organisations.

What happens next?

If you decide to go ahead and would like to know more about your options, the Volunteer Centre Greenwich can offer you a confidential and informal appointment.

You will talk to a trained member of staff who will help you make a choice about what you want to do.

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