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 NHS and Care volunteer responders – National

Partnership with Royal Voluntary Service and GoodSAM,  Volunteer responders can provide short term telephone support to people in need of a friendly phone call and encouragement to improve their mental health and wellbeing.

Volunteer opportunities available.

Last updated: 27th February 2024

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Bereavement Advice Centre

The Bereavement Advice Centre is a free helpline and web-based information service provided by Co-op legal services.  It provides practical information, advice and signposting on the many issues and procedures that face people after the death of someone close. The service welcomes calls from bereaved people and the professionals and volunteers who support them.

This advice line is open Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm

Last updated: 19th February 2024

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Bridies Farm – Glastonbury

A 20-acre site that will develop into the Glastonbury Regenerative Food and Farming Centre, one of the Glastonbury Town Deal projects. Volunteers will be needed to help with projects from May 2023

Bridies Farm Facebook page

Last updated: 12th October 2023

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Child Death Support Helpline

The Helpline is for anyone affected by the death of a child of any age, from pre-birth to adult, under any circumstances, however recently or long ago. It is operated by a dedicated team of volunteers who are all bereaved parents themselves, so they do understand.

Monday to Sunday 7pm to 10pm.

Monday, Thursday, Friday 10am to 1pm.

Tuesday and Wednesday 10am to 4pm

Last updated: 24th August 2023

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Community Fridge – Frome

Community fridge and larder tackles food waste and food poverty. Previously located in the Cheese and Grain car park, Market Yard, Frome it has now been temporarily moved to Frome Town Hall and can be found in the brick shed outside. Open daily 9am-5pm. Help yourself to food- no charge. Volunteers needed.

Community Garden – Glastonbury / Street

A community garden that provides a relaxed atmosphere where attendees can interact and do as much or as little as they like.

The Red Brick Community Garden is a friendly space where volunteers can come along to socialise, garden, share gardening knowledge and enjoy time to contemplate in nature undisturbed.  Volunteers can do as much gardening as they like. There are places to sit and rest, both inside and outside. The majority of the garden is accessible for those with mobility issues.
The garden is on the bus route from Glastonbury to Street, and has parking. There is access to both toilets and a cafe.
The garden has links to the new Bridie’s Community Farm.

Community Men’s Group – Glastonbury

The Volunteer Network run a weekly men’s morning . The Wednesday sessions are open to anyone who identifies as a bloke to come and chat rubbish, make friends, build stuff (or be taught how to build stuff), drink tea, light bonfires and talk to other blokes while also doing a hobby. You can visit their Facebook page HERE
Venue: 9 Silver Street, BA6 8BS.
When: Wednesday mornings from 10-12.30

Last updated: 26th March 2024

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Crops Not Shops – Street / Glastonbury

A community based outreach movement that is focused on growing food in all spaces, and all manner of healing – healing the land; healing the people and healing the lost ways of our past traditions in keeping with the responsibility of earth. Transforming gardens everywhere to produce an abundance of organic food and creating wildlife havens.

There are volunteer opportunities at the Eco Community in Ashcott. Fridays and Saturdays.


cropsnotshops.co.uk/volunteer-apply

Crops NOT Shops – NO Dig For VICTORY!! | Facebook page

Last updated: 4th March 2024

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Dogs for Health – Frome, Coleford, Shepton Mallet

Dogs for Health is a charity that offer animal assisted therapy, animal assisted interventions and animal assisted education. Volunteers visit people in their own homes, hospitals, care homes and schools to support people through activities, education and professional therapy with the help of our dogs.

Covering Frome, Shepton Mallet, Coleford, Westbury and Warminster.

Last updated: 24th August 2023

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Farmers Market Health Hub – Frome

The Health Hub is available to all farming or agricultural workers and their families, no matter where you live. Come and see us for: Health and wellbeing checks, advice on lifestyle and concerns affecting your emotional wellbeing. Guidance towards any support you may require in the future No appointments necessary, just call in and speak to one of our volunteers. Supported by Somerset NHS and The Farming Community Network.

2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month. Frome Livestock Market Standerwick, Frome, BA11 2QB

Last updated: 21st August 2023

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Farming Community Network

Offers pastoral support and practical help to anyone in the farming community (currently or retired) when they are facing challenges and tough times. All volunteers have a farming background and are trained to listen confidentially and without judgement, for as long as it takes to resolve difficult issues

Last updated: 24th August 2023

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Fishers Hill project – Glastonbury

A biodiversity and rewilding project primarily run by local volunteers, with some support from Glastonbury Town Council. Volunteers are needed to help with managing the site, including planting and watering.

Fridays 11.30am to 2.30pm

Fishers Hill Biodiversity Project | Facebook

Last updated: 4th March 2024

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Frome Town Ranger Volunteers

Assisting Frome Town Council’s rangers in outdoor tasks, including tree planting, gardening, woodland maintenance, wildflower meadow creations and any other tasks that are specific to the season.

Locations for these sessions change every other week, so please get in touch before to ensure that we have your details so we can let you know where to meet for the session.

When: Every other Wednesday 10-12pm and 1-3pm March 13th and 27th; April 10th and 24th; May 8th and 22nd and so on….

Frome Welcome Hub

Frome Town Council work alongside the Somerset Resettlement Team and CHARIS to provide support and signposting to Displaced People in Frome and the surrounding villages, including ESOL lessons with volunteers and support moving in to independent living.

Venue: Frome Town Hall, Christchurch Street West, Frome, Somerset, BA11 1EB

When: Tuesdays 10am-3pm and Thursdays 12-2pm

Cost: Free

Last updated: 26th March 2024

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Glastonbury Community Support Network

Providing volunteer support and volunteering opportunities, local information and networking. The Network can help people with small shops, picking up prescriptions or errands to support those who are unable to go out.

The website is one-stop-platform of information, including local support organisations and businesses. People can make requests for support via the website, and donations can also be made to support the work of the Network.

Last updated: 30th August 2023

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Glastonbury Mental Health Network

Glastonbury Mental Health Network (GMHN) is a charity that aims to connect local people with projects, practitioners, services and events that can support and improve mental health and wellbeing. The charity also delivers projects and services, including local community/safe spaces and training courses.

GMHN runs a weekly event called The Snug at the Red Brick Building, BA6 9FT, between 12pm – 5pm. This is a safe space, open to all, with lots of creative activities available, gentle music, free refreshments and volunteer listeners. The event is free. Please visit the website (see link below) or Facebook page (facebook.com/glastonburymentalhealth) for further information.

Last updated: 19th October 2023

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Growing Happiness allotment project – Glastonbury

The Volunteer Network run allotment project based at 9 Silver Street, Glastonbury, BA6 8BS. Do visit the website below for full details on the range of groups on offer or give Sue a call, she is happy to answer any questions.

Tuesday 11am-1pm Small sociable allotment gardening group.

Tuesday 1.30pm-4pm. Arts, crafts creative cookery plus gardening during spring and summer.

Wednesday 10am- 12:30pm Men’s Group

Wednesday 2pm-4pm Young peoples group. 16-18 year olds.

Last updated: 27th February 2024

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Hallr Wood – Somerton

Hallr Wood is a small woodland near Somerton with some fantastic infrastructure that allows a variety of events to be hosted, in all kinds of weather. There is a green woodworking workshop, woodland stage, various shelters, a rustic kitchen/cafe, pizza oven, Romano-British style pottery kiln, and compost toilets. A diverse range of programmes run all year around, including therapeutic interventions, and a range of school/children’s/family sessions.

Volunteers are needed to help out in the woodland on Wednesdays, contact the team for further information.

Last updated: 2nd November 2023

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Headway Somerset

Headway Somerset  supports individuals with acquired brain injury (ABI) and their families. They offer: Information, Practical Advice, A listening ear and time to talk, Specialist services to aid your recovery  – including Rehabilitation Centres, one to one support in the community as well as relatives support groups and a volunteer Buddy project to help you link with your community and your interests.

Talking Café held in Haskins Café- Shepton Mallet 10-11:30 on the third Thursday of the month. For anyone looking for information , who has a personal experience, supports someone or is a professional with questions. All welcome, no need to book.

Last updated: 24th August 2023

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Healthy Homes – A Green & Healthy Future Frome

We aim to ensure that people in Frome who are at risk of cold homes get the support they need. For households on low incomes living in houses with an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of D or under this could include financial support of up to £10,000 towards improving the energy efficiency of your home.

The free Energy Essentials course is designed to enable you to provide energy advice to people in Frome. If you work in a role where you are in contact with the public, give advice or support on other issues, or would like to become a Healthy Homes volunteer, this training is for you.

Last updated: 15th March 2024

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Hearing Aid Cleaning, retubing and batteries – RUH

This information is for those people who have NHS hearing aids provided by RUH. The Audiology Department at the RUH supports Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) clinics, provides hearing aids, undertakes hearing and balance tests and complex hearing assessments/rehabilitation for all ages. The staff team consists of audiologists, clerical staff, students and volunteers.

Repairs to hearing equipment are by appointment only. Please ring for a convenient appointment on the number below.

Last updated: 21st August 2023

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Help with hearing aids-Shepton Mallet

The volunteer-run hearing aid repair clinic is available at Shepton Mallet Community Hospital. The free clinic is for patients of RUH’s audiology services and can help with replacement tubing, cleaning as well as advice on how best to look after your aids. To pre book an appointment call the number below.

The dates for 2024 are: 12th April, 10th May, 14th June, 12th July, 9th August, 13th September, 11th October, 8th November and 13th December.

  • Telephone: 01749 342931

Last updated: 27th March 2024

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Help with Hearing aids: Frome

The volunteer-run hearing aid repair clinic has returned to the Outpatients department at Frome Medical Practice, 1st floor. The free clinic is for patients of RUH’s audiology services and can help with replacement tubing, cleaning as well as advice on how best to look after your aids. To pre book an appointment call the number below. The clinic is held fortnightly on a Friday. 

  • Telephone: 01373 468378

Last updated: 12th March 2024

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Josephine’s Star- Somerset

Josephine’s Star offer support to children and their families in Somerset when someone special has died. Thier trained volunteers provide professional help to children, young people and their families either individually or in facilitated groups. Referrals can be made by a school, healthcare professional or family member and must be with the agreement of the carer and child concerned. Please complete the contact form on their website.

Josephine’s Star are offering free Little Bags of Help to families in need.

Last updated: 19th February 2024

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Link Volunteer Drivers – covering Westwood, Winsley, Holt and Wingfield

The Bradford-on-Avon service covers the above areas. Link is a county-wide service run by volunteers that aims to support people to maintain their independence and quality of life. Link help anyone who has difficulty getting to medical appointments, shopping, prescription collection and other appointments. Link do not charge for their time but rely on client donations to cover the drivers’ costs.

To book a driver please contact Link at least 2 working days before your appointment to ensure they have enough time to organise transport. Phones are answered Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 9.30am – 4.30am

  • Telephone: 07957367124

Last updated: 21st August 2023

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Marie Curie Companion at home

Last updated: 26th March 2024

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Mendip Health Walks

Mendip Health Walks are devised to help you to feel good, to have more energy, to sleep better and to manage your weight. All walks are free of charge and are led by a team of Volunteer Walk Leaders.

There is no need to book onto any of the walks, you can just go along and complete a form at the start point. For full details on locations, times and walk lengths please visit SASP’s website.

Last updated: 30th August 2023

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Mobile Library Service

Somerset Mobile Libraries provide a service to rural parts of the county where there is no static library. Wheelchair access is available on all vehicles, WRVS volunteers or the Good Neighbour Scheme can deliver. The mobile library driver will help you get on and off the vehicle. To use this service you just need to be a member of Somerset Libraries, membership is free.

See the website or call for the complete list of routes/stops and the dates/times of each of visit for the current year.

Last updated: 24th August 2023

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Nature reserves within the Avalon Marshes

RSPB Hall Wall (BA6 9SX)
Ham Wall is a wetland teeming with wildlife – from rare species like water voles and otters to magnificent birds like bitterns and kingfishers. Enjoy stunning views across the marshes to Glastonbury Tor and follow secluded paths through the landscape. Free to access but £3 for parking (free parking for RSPB members).

Regular events (ticket prices apply) organised by RSPB include guided walks, photography sessions, and events for families such as pond dipping with nets: Ham Wall (rspb.org.uk)

A local flat and even cycle way / footpath runs through the heart of the reserve (the old railway track), linking Glastonbury to Ham Wall and onto Shapwick Heath nature reserve.

rspb.org.uk/reserves-and-events/reserves-a-z/ham-wall/
Ham Wall recent sightings blog – community.rspb.org.uk/placestovisit/hamwall/b/hamwall-blog

Shapwick Heath (Western entrance, BA6 9TT)
Next to Ham Wall, Shapwick Heath is located at the heart of the Avalon Marshes area. It is an internationally important site for wetland birds and is composed of a mosaic of wetland habitats including traditional wildflower meadows, a network of ditches, fen, mire and wet woodland, along with open water and reed beds restored from former peat-diggings. Shapwick Heath is also the location of the Neolithic ‘Sweet Track’, a scheduled ancient monument and the oldest man-made trackway in Britain, preserved in the anaerobic conditions of the reserves wet peat soils.

Visitor information, parking, a café and public toilets can be found at the Avalon Marshes Centre. Visitors can also access archaeological reconstructions such as a Saxon longhall, the dining room of a Roman villa and an Iron Age roundhouse, which 110 volunteers have worked on since 2015.

Last updated: 5th October 2023

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Open Mental health – Somerset alliance

Open Mental Health is an alliance of local voluntary organisations, the NHS and social care, Somerset County Council, and individuals with lived experience of mental health. Working together to improve the way people in Somerset receive support with their mental health by providing access to a number of specialist services including NHS support, housing advice, debt and employment advice, volunteering opportunities, community activities, peer support and local exercise groups. We want to ensure that people in Somerset get the right support when they need it most.

Last updated: 21st August 2023

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Paddington Farm volunteering – Glastonbury

A chance to get outside, get active, meet like-minded people and make a difference. Volunteer session every Wednesday from 10.00-1.00 pm. Participants of all ages and abilities are welcome.  Tasks may include planting, pruning, weeding, harvesting, hay making, hedge laying… whatever work is needed, according to the season. After a morning’s work we all come together for a tasty home-cooked lunch, made with our own organic produce. Adults with additional needs are welcome.

Maiden Croft Ln, Wick, Glastonbury BA6 8JN

Last updated: 27th February 2024

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Park Run – Frome, Shepton Mallet, Southwick and Street

Parkruns are free, weekly, community events all around the world. Saturday mornings events are 5k and take place in parks and open spaces. Parkrun is a positive, welcoming and inclusive experience where there is no time limit and no one finishes last. Everyone is welcome to walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate. Register for free on the parkrun website before your first visit. There is a simple form to complete and a barcode to printout. Local events listed below.

Frome-The Old Showfield  parkrun 5km run every Saturday at 9am. The Old Showfield, off Rodden Road, Frome, BA11 2AH (nearest postcode). Email theoldshowfield@parkrun.com

Shepton Mallet parkrun : 5km run every Saturday at 9am. Collett Park, Shepton Mallet, BA4 5PJ. Email sheptonmallet@parkrun.com

Southwick County parkrun: 5km run every Saturday  at 9am. Southwick Country Park, Frome Road, Southwick, Nr Trowbridge, Wiltshire BA14 9QD. Email southwickcountrypark@parkrun.com

Street parkrun  5k run every Saturday at 9am at Strode College sports fields. Email street@parkrun.com

Last updated: 30th August 2023

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PROMISEworks

An independent charity offering the support of long term volunteer mentors to vulnerable young people in Somerset.  PROMISEworks matches young people between the ages of 5 and 25.

Last updated: 24th August 2023

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Red Cross Support at Home Service

The Red Cross helps thousands of people following a short stay in hospital and prevents unnecessary hospital admissions by providing extra support at home. The support offered by our volunteers can smooth the process of settling back into a normal routine and enable people to regain their confidence and independence. The service includes: rebuilding confidence, collecting prescriptions, offering companionship, assistance with shopping. The service is available on a time-limited basis. Usually 6 weeks. Referrals are accepted from GPs, hospitals, social workers and individuals. No Domestic chores such as washing up carried out.

Last updated: 26th February 2024

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Repair Café – Shepton Mallet

Every second Saturday of the month there will be a Repair Café at The Art Bank, 13 High Street, Shepton Mallet between 11:00am – 1:00pm.

Come along and get items fixed for free; volunteers can help you repair electrical, general goods, bags and other items that need sewing. No need to book, just turn up.

Last updated: 30th August 2023

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Repair Cafe – Street

Repair Café Street. Mending broken items to save them from landfill and reduce the environmental cost of manufacturing, shipping and buying something new.

Where: Quaker Meeting House, 36 Hight Street, BA16 0EB

When: Every 4th Saturday

Looking for volunteer repairers, organisers, helpers and cake makers.

Last updated: 27th February 2024

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Rights of way Volunteer: Somerset

Somerset is a wonderful county full of contrast and there is no better way to absorb its beauty, variety and history than through the Public Rights of Way Network. The county has over 9000 rights of way totalling 3808 miles (6129 km). How you can get involved:

  • Adopt-a-Path – Help keep your local paths clear and open for all to enjoy.
  • TrailWatcher – Support the high standards of our promoted trails.
  • Somerset Local Access Forum Member – Join this statutory body and get involved in the management of public access in the county.
  • Somerset Strimmer Volunteer – Help keep Rights of Way clear of vegetation using power tools.
  • Ease of Use Surveyor – Help monitor the Rights of Way network and help to improve its condition.
  • Parish Path Liaison Officer (PPLO) – Make a difference in your local area by being the link between the Rights of Way team and the local community.

Last updated: 21st August 2023

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Root Connections- Stratton on the Fosse

Root Connections is a community ‘not for profit’ market garden to improve mental & physical health & wellbeing. based at Stratton on the Fosse, BA3 4QF. We’re open on a Tues & Fri morning from 10am until 1pm, on a Friday we share lunch together. We make gardening accessible to everyone – from all walks of life. We have different areas within the garden to work on and enjoy. A warm welcome awaits anyone who would like to get involved in the garden & join a group of like minded volunteers

Last updated: 24th August 2023

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Route 1 Advocacy Volunteering  

Are you a problem solver, do you like a challenge? Could you use your life experience to help a child or young person having a tough time? For more information please contact Route 1 Advocacy. This volunteer role requires a criminal background check via the disclosure procedure.

Last updated: 21st August 2023

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Royal Voluntary Service

The Royal Voluntary Service have volunteers across Somerset who offer help and support so older people can stay independent at home.  Volunteers will visit you at home and work with you to create a support package that suits you. This may include some company and a chat with regular visits from a Royal Voluntary Service volunteer, telephone befriending or delivering Books on Wheels and other items like DVDs to your home. The Royal Voluntary Service also run lunch clubs and social clubs for people to attend. Calls can be made Monday – Friday between 8:00 am – 6:00 pm

Last updated: 30th August 2023

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Shared Earth Learning: Volunteer Saturdays – Frome

‘Volunteer Saturdays’, at Vallis Veg every 2nd & 4th Saturday of each month from midday until 3pm. Volunteers are required to help and maintain the forest school site and allotments. Nearest postcode to the site is BA11 3EA.

Last updated: 30th August 2023

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Sleep Apnoea Trust Association

The Sleep Apnoea Trust Association is working to improve the lives of sleep apnoea patients, their partners and their families. Managed by volunteers SATA is regarded as the leading UK charity working in the field of Sleep Apnoea.

Last updated: 21st August 2023

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Somerset Bereavement Support Partnership

Somerset Bereavement Support Partnership in partnership with Marie Curie Companions can provide bereavement support for people across Somerset who are over the age of 18. This service provides telephone support calls with compassionate volunteers. In addition, a further six sessions of one to one bereavement counselling can be provided by experienced bereavement support workers at Mind in Somerset specialist bereavement service. Mind in Somerset support adults and children aged 12+ . They can work in a whole family setting if needed.

  • Telephone: Mon-Sat: 0800 3047 412

Last updated: 1st September 2023

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Somerset Sight – Volunteer Visiting Service

Do you know someone with sight loss who would benefit from specialist support? Somerset Sight runs a volunteer visiting and befriending service across the county which is available to anyone with sight loss. If you know someone who would benefit from a befriender or may need other practical or emotional help, such as magnifiers lighting or talking books, please get in touch.

Last updated: 24th August 2023

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SPARK a Change – Somerset’s Volunteering Platform

Spark a Change is a countrywide volunteering platform offering hundreds of opportunities across Somerset.  Volunteering can help you to connect with your community, find friends and gain new skills.  It can also boost your physical and emotional wellbeing.

Our team are on hand to offer volunteering support, advice and guidance.

Please visit our website to discover volunteering opportunities and spark positive change in your community.

Last updated: 21st August 2023

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Spark iT – Championing digital inclusion in Somerset

Spark iT Helpdesk is a free telephone and online service open Monday to Friday 9am-5pm, to support digitally excluded individuals to use IT equipment. Spark iT are also recruits Digital Champions Volunteers to offer IT support in the local community.

Last updated: 24th August 2023

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SSAFA Armed Forces Charity

SSAFA provides lifelong support to anyone who is currently serving or has ever served in the Royal Navy, the Royal Marines, the British Army or the Royal Air Force.

Our trained volunteers can provide practical, emotional and financial support if and when you need it. Our network of local branches means that help and advice is close at hand. When you contact us for support we will put you in touch with one of our experienced advisers in the Mendip area. It is often the little things which make the most difference but we are also experienced at dealing with complex problems.

Last updated: 24th August 2023

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Stroke Association ‘Here For You’ Telephone support service

If you or someone you know has had a stroke, a weekly phone conversation with one of our trained volunteers can help you to rebuild your life after stroke. Talking things through on the phone can build confidence. It can help you feel more connected, supported and able to take the next step in your recovery.

For eight weeks, a volunteer will chat with you for around 30 minutes. If you speak limited English we’ve volunteers who can support you in different languages, just let us know. There is ashort online form to complete, use the link below.

Last updated: 21st August 2023

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Telephone Befriending Service

Telephone, online and face-to-face befriending services for older people across the UK to help tackle feelings of loneliness and isolation provided by MHA- a charity care provider.

Volunteer opportunities available.

Last updated: 27th February 2024

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The British Red Cross

Looking for volunteers for their ‘Support at Home’ service which helps people on a short term basis who may need some support and help when they are first discharged from hospital. This could include collecting patients from hospital on the day of discharge then taking them home, or helping people settle back in at home, going shopping or befriending.

Full training is given and as a trained volunteer you can have the rewarding experience of helping others remain independent in their own homes. Could you spare a few hours to help support someone in need?

Last updated: 21st August 2023

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The Cinnamon Trust

The Cinnamon Trust is a national network of community service volunteers that provide practical help to people over 65 years of age or anyone in the final stages of a terminal illness.  The service covers any aspect of day to day care of pets, for example, walking the dog for a housebound owner.
A national fostering service is provided for pets whose owners face a spell in hospital. Volunteers take pets into their own homes and supply love and care in abundance until owner and pet can be reunited.  For more information about the service or to become a volunteer please call us or visit our website. Please note referrals need to be done by the individual.

Last updated: 21st August 2023

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The Pod – Frome

The Pod is a local charity supporting individuals with additional needs. The charity creates opportunities and provides safe, supportive, sociable, and enterprising spaces that improve the quality of life for young carers as well as children and adults with disabilities and their families.

They run a weekly youth club, a weekly social group and other various fun community groups. For more information on the various groups they run please visit their website. If you would like to find out more about the various volunteering opportunities with Pod please contact them for more information.

Last updated: 24th August 2023

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The Reader – Online

The Reader is a free weekly reading group. Grab a cuppa, be with people and share stories.

Online – Tuesday afternoons (2.00-3.30pm) via zoom – for more information email Alison below.  Every other week it alternates with a wellbeing session.

Phone lines are open Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm. You can also call this number if you are interested in volunteering for them.

Last updated: 24th August 2023

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The reader – Shared group reading volunteers

Shared reading brings stories and poems to life through through reading aloud and open conversation. The Reader are currently looking for people in Somerset to train to lead Shared Reading groups in their local community. Volunteers get a free training course and ongoing support from a thriving community of Reader Leaders at The Reader. To find out more information please contact Laura Merritt on the contact details below.

Last updated: 30th August 2023

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The Ridings: Volunteer Driving Scheme: Norton St Philip area

Volunteer Driving Scheme serving Norton St Philip, Hinton Charterhouse and Farleigh Hungerford. Donations appreciated

  • Telephone: 07759 440749

Last updated: 21st August 2023

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The Silver Line

The Silver Line is a confidential, free, national helpline for older people. Supported by Age UK. Open 24 hours a day and every day of the year. They can offer information, friendship and advice.

Volunteering opportunities available.

Last updated: 27th February 2024

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Transgender Helpline

Mindline Trans+ is a confidential helpline for people who identify as Trans, non-binary or  gender fluid that provides a safe place to talk about feelings confidentially and receive signposting to appropriate services and support. Currently operation on Friday evenings. Run by Trans volunteers.

Last updated: 21st August 2023

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Trowbridge Area Community Link Scheme

A good neighbour scheme supporting people in Trowbridge and surrounding villages, offering  transport to medical appointments, health related groups and social clubs. Provides transport to enable visits to friends and family in hospital or a nursing home. Can also assist those who have mobility and other health problems to do their own shopping.
No charge is made for the assistance but the scheme relies on donations from clients to cover mileage allowance paid to the volunteers.
  • Telephone: 07969 347042

Last updated: 24th August 2023

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Vallis Farm-Frome

Vallis Farm is a regenerative farm in Frome offering volunteer sessions. We need help with various tasks from feeding the chickens, to planting trees, weeding, pruning, scything, seed sowing etc. There’s a job to suit everyone.

Venue: Vallis Farm can be found in Egford, Frome BA11 3JQ

When: Wednesdays or Thursdays 10.30 – 2.30

Cost: Free to attend

Last updated: 26th March 2024

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Virtual Village Hall

Last updated: 24th August 2023

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Volunteer Driver Service- Street

Volunteer driver service to take people to appointments, shopping and social visits (not hospital appointments)within Street. 60p per mile plus £2 standing charge or 30p per mile of you have a bus pass.

This is a new service and volunteer drivers are needed. Joint project with the Crispin Centre and Community Union. Call into the Crispin Centre or call for the volunteer details.

Booking line open Monday & Wednesday 9.30-2pm and Thursdays 10.30-3pm

Last updated: 21st August 2023

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Volunteer in your community with Somerset County Council

Somerset County Council puts volunteers in touch with their local community, helping to support services for children and young people, adult social care, supporting people with learning disabilities, volunteer driving, conservation and many more.
If you’re interested in becoming a volunteer or to find out more, call us or visit our website.

Last updated: 21st August 2023

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Volunteering England

Provide information relating to volunteering and details of volunteer bureau across the country.

Last updated: 21st August 2023

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Wells Community Network

Volunteer network who can help in several ways including sharing a friendly chat, helping with shopping, delivering prescriptions and more. Call the helpline Monday- Friday 9am-5pm.

Opportunities for volunteering available.

Last updated: 30th August 2023

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Wiltshire Transport Volunteer Service

Westbury & District Link volunteer transport service, contribution requested. Tel line open 9am – 1pm Monday to Friday.

Last updated: 21st August 2023

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Witham Friary Volunteer Network

20 volunteers in the village. They offer shopping, dog walking, phone chats or distance chats, etc. for people in Witham Friary or just outside.

  • Telephone: Maddy Ferrari 07809254989, 01749 850790

Last updated: 30th August 2023

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Working From Home weekly social sessions – Glastonbury

The Volunteer Network run weekly meet ups for anyone who works from home to complete your work but with company. Visit their Facebook page HERE for more details

Venue: 9 Silver Street, BA6 8BS.

When: Tuesdays from 1pm-4pm

Cost: £2 to cover unlimited hot drinks

Last updated: 26th March 2024

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