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Green wellbeing opportunities fairs

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These free events from Northumberland Wildlife Trust are a chance for you to find out more about voluntary opportunities in nature. Plus green based activities that can benefit our mental and physical wellbeing.

Details:

Saturday 2 November, 11am-2pm, Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre

Monday 4 November, 11am-2pm, Hirst park Pavilion, Ashington

Monday 11 November, 11am-2pm, Ridley Park Pavilion, Blyth

Wednesday 13 November, 11am-2pm, Newbiggin Sports and Community Hub

get involved – try new things – chat – learn new skills – make a difference – volunteer – try out!

For more details email joanne.burke@northwt.org.uk.

These events have now passed.

 

 

 

 

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Could you be a Getabout volunteer driver?

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Would you like to make a difference to your community?
We’re looking for drivers to help deliver the Getabout scheme.
What is a Getabout volunteer?
Volunteers help people access services by taking them in their own car to appointments, and back home again. Volunteer drivers are paid expenses of 45p per mile for any journeys carried out for the scheme.
If you are interested in volunteering and would like to find out more, please call 03333 441 740.
Find out more about the Getabout scheme
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Volunteer with Healthwatch Northumberland

We have some fantastic volunteering opportunities for 2024 at Healthwatch Northumberland.
As health and social care champion for people in Northumberland who use these services, you can help us improve care by making sure NHS leaders and other decision-makers hear the views and experiences of residents.

As a Healthwatch Northumberland volunteer you can:
  • Volunteer as much or as little time as you want
  • Make a difference to NHS health and social care in your community
  • Improve your own health and wellbeing
  • Develop your skills and knowledge
  • Add valuable experience to your CV and increase your employability
  • Meet new people and be part of a supportive team
  • Be involved in something positive!

What can you choose to get involved in?

  • Listening to local people’s views and experiences of health and care services
  • Signposting people to local services and support groups
  • Carrying out public surveys
  • Being the eyes and ears of local communities
  • Mystery shopping
  • Administration support
  • Proofreading
  • Research support and report writing
  • Communications and digital support

Volunteering with Healthwatch Northumberland is flexible – you can offer as much or as little time as you wish, either on a regular or one-off basis. Some volunteering work can even be done from home in your own time. You won’t have to work alone and no experience is necessary. You will be well supported, working as part of a friendly team. We welcome anyone with or without relevant experience – training will be provided.It won’t cost you anything but time! Appropriate expenses, including travel costs, will be paid.

For more information visit the Healthwatch Northumberland website.

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