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ENRYCH Berkshire believes that someone with a disability should not be prevented from living the life they want to live.
They work with individual people, regardless of their disability, to enable them to enjoy hobbies, interests and activities of their choosing, and to develop their skills and knowledge through learning opportunities.
They are seeking a volunteer to match with one of their members who would appreciate somebody to help her in her garden. Enjoy time together with the aim to be self-sufficient. She is also keen on learning languages.
■ Engage Befriending are a local charity that reduces the impact of loneliness and isolation by matching an isolated older person with a volunteer befriender.
As a volunteer, you will visit your Engage friend once a week or fortnight. It may be for a cuppa and a chat, a short walk, out for coffee or to visit a place of interest nearby.
All their volunteers will need to provide references and be willing to apply for a DBS check.
In return they will receive training in Safeguarding (Level 1) and a full induction to Engage Befriending. There will be opportunities to keep in touch with regular newsletters, social events and opportunities for further training and sharing experiences.
■ Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity is the leading organisation providing emotional and practical support to families who have a child with a lifethreatening or terminal illness.
They’re looking for a Community and Events Volunteer to help the team develop links with local partners and support fun events for the families they support during school holidays. If you’re looking for experience in community engagement, events or the health and social care sector, this flexible volunteer role could be the one for you!
The role may include: Contacting local businesses and attractions willing to donate their products, time, or tickets to families in the
Reading area.
Supporting the team to grow their presence in the local area by networking with local organisations. Assisting with coordinating family events, especially around the school holidays.
■ Take a look at our brand new Reading Volunteer Connect platform for details of these and many more opportunities to volunteer via our website, www. rgneeds.me. Want to get in touch? Drop us an email at volunteering@ rva.org.uk or call 0118 937 2273.