General advertising, promotion of meetings and sharing of information, maintaining a database and assistance with promotional material to raise awareness of the "invisible disability" due to neurological condition, mental health issues that can arise as well as the role of the carers and the support they may require Confidentiality is of utmost importance

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY - with Tong Recreation Association (TRA) The Tong Recreation Association (TRA) are currently looking for a new Treasurer. The TRA has an exciting range of new projects and development opportunities in 2021. This voluntary role is and essential part for the community group and the delivery of these projects and the day to day running of the group for the village. In summary, the Treasurer is responsible for: - General financial oversight - Financial planning and budgeting - Financial reporting - Banking, book keeping and record keeping - Control of fixed assets and stock

If you are busy this New Year clearing out cupboards and come across make up that has not been opened along with unwanted beauty gifts then you can post them to Give and Make Up. Give and Make Up is a non-profit initiative that brings everyday beauty essentials to women and children escaping domestic violence GIVE AND MAKUP P.O BOX 855 LONDON W4 4AW @refugecharity

Safe the Children has had a branch in Lewis since 1965 and a shop since 1984. At present we have approximately 50 volunteers who support the shop and branch. We are looking for someone who is committed to the work of Save the Children, with enthusiasm for fundraising and developing new ideas as well as promoting the ethos of Save the Children. By helping us you really can make a difference to children around the world. We have a happy working atmosphere and volunteers find the social contact enjoyable and theraputic.

British Red Cross charity shops sell second-hand designer and vintage clothes, plus gifts, books, furniture and more, with all profits going towards the organisation's work both overseas and in the UK. Volunteers are needed to assist with various retail duties, including: - cashiering - greeting and helping customers - sorting new donations - displaying merchandise - general tidying and cleaning of the shop - getting the items ready for re-sale e.g. ironing, pricing The shop is open Monday to Saturday. You can choose to volunteer on a regular, weekly basis, or add your name to the list for short-term/emergency cover.The volunteer will continually deal with members of the public. Therefore gaining experience in dealing with people and handling money while helping to raise funds for this worthwhile cause.

This is a Christian organisation that require help with general duties in the shop but in particular sorting and bagging clothes and other items donated but also including, tidying the shop, helping customers

Community Support Volunteer – Western Isles Chest Heart and Stroke, Scotland, Western Isles is looking for volunteers to support their service users. Volunteers are vital to the service – can you help? This role is currently phone based due to COVID. We have a range of volunteer roles such as communication, administration and helping to organise activities to give support to those who are living with Chest Heart or Stroke Conditions. We will provide volunteer training for these roles, including communication support, providing accessible information and creating a safe and stimulating environment. Volunteering hours are flexible and through providing one to one support, will enable people to resume activities in a hospital environment and / or within their own home or their local community. You will be provided with full training and the post is subject to PVG Disclosure.

Anyone interested in volunteering any services that may help in relaxation e.g. to be of benefit to the group

Meet once a month, for approx 1 hour Help organise interclub events, sports nights, quizzes , competitions etc Learn how to become an event organiser Take charge of organising club nights Work with Scaladale committee and help at the centre Help to create, support and strengthen Youth Cubs in own area and across Lewis and Harris Attend training Work toward Saltaire Awards Help with fundraising for the charity Help support the organisisng and running of the Scaladale centre if interested

Be rewarded and have new experiences, volunteer with us as a Family Support Volunteer. Key Details • Western Isles wide project. • Flexible and variable days and hours throughout the year. Can you: • Understand the needs of new mums and dads. • Empathise with parents struggling to cope. • Be respectful and non-judgemental. • Understand the importance of maintaining confidentiality. What you can expect: • You will provide practical and emotional support to parents. • Visit families in their own home and sometimes accompanying them to groups or activities in the community. • Play a key role in working with parents to friendships, confidence and skills which will enhance their lives and enable them to give their children the best start in life. What we can offer: • Gaining experience in working with children and families. • Being involved in your local community. • Be part of our friendly team. • Meet new people. • Gain a sense of pride and self-worth.

We are looking for volunteers to carry out a variety of tasks depending on what they might like to get involved in. We are looking for volunteers to work alongside experienced staff having direct contact with children and young people following the child’s plan. This can include outings, activities and transport. We work individually with children and also do group work on a regular basis. Our children and young people vary in age form babies through to 25 years. We are also looking for volunteers to assist with practical skills e.g. gardening, painting/decorating, cooking, art skills etc. We are looking for drivers who could help transport children and families to appointments. We are looking for volunteers who would be happy to fundraise. We have opportunities for volunteers to work alongside our admin team.

To be involved in volunteering with various activities throughout the year

Looking for volunteers who want to befriend someone who needs a little support and encouragement to get back into a healthy lifestyle. Gym Buddies will benefit from two befriender sessions before being matched with a Befriendee and full support as your Befriending volunteering progresses

An opportunity for a youth writer at Voluntary Action Barra and Vatersay. They can write about any topic that young people are interested in. Other training in photography, film, radio and desktop publishing is also available. This opportunity is for someone based on the Island of Barra.

A childrens charity for children with a parent serving or ex service personnel in the Royal Navy, Royal Marines Reserves or Royal Fleet Auxilliary. Many children experience long time separation from their parent(s). The charity has developed story books to help younger children understand and manage their emotions. The book is sent to children along side 2 knitted rabbits/penguin with faces on their tummies smile/frown to help them express how they are feeling.

A childrens charity for children with a parent serving or ex service personnel in the Royal Navy, Royal Marines Reserves or Royal Fleet Auxilliary. Many children experience long time separation from their parent(s). The charity has developed story books which helps younger children understand and manage their emotions. The book is sent to children along side 2 knitted rabbits/penguin with faces on their tummies smile/frown to help them express how they are feeling. Patterns available.

ReStore serves North Uist, South Uist & Benbecula providing quality refurbished furniture and providing free removals of unwanted items. You will be helping with: • Customer enquiries • Handling phone calls • Operating the till • Helping dress the shop

British Red Cross charity shops sell second-hand designer and vintage clothes, plus gifts, books, furniture and more, with all profits going towards the organisation's work both overseas and in the UK. Volunteers are needed to assist with various retail duties, including: - cashiering - greeting and helping customers - sorting new donations - displaying merchandise - general tidying and cleaning of the shop - getting the items ready for re-sale e.g. ironing, pricing The shop is open Monday to Saturday. You can choose to volunteer on a regular, weekly basis, or add your name to the list for short-term/emergency cover.The volunteer will continually deal with members of the public. Therefore gaining experience in dealing with people and handling money while helping to raise funds for this worthwhile cause.

Volunteers are asked to join in all activities and usually lead the activity. In the Nicolson Institute gym, we play various sports but also do line dancing, trampolining etc. In the Church hall we have a programme of work including crafts, games and cookery. The Club is social membership and once a year we hold a Christmas party. We also celebrate other dates with Easter cards and Halloween activity.

Be rewarded and have new experiences, volunteer with us as a Family Support Volunteer. Key Details • Western Isles wide project. • Flexible and variable days and hours throughout the year. Can you: • Understand the needs of new mums and dads. • Empathise with parents struggling to cope. • Be respectful and non-judgemental. • Understand the importance of maintaining confidentiality. What you can expect: • You will provide practical and emotional support to parents. • Visit families in their own home and sometimes accompanying them to groups or activities in the community. • Play a key role in working with parents to friendships, confidence and skills which will enhance their lives and enable them to give their children the best start in life. What we can offer: • Gaining experience in working with children and families. • Being involved in your local community. • Be part of our friendly team. • Meet new people. • Gain a sense of pride and self-worth.

AbilityNet supports older people (55+) or anyone living with a disability or impairment to use technology to achiever their goals at home, at work and in education. We do this by providing specialist advice services, free information resources and by helping to build a more accessible world. We are passionate digital accessibility and usability experts, here to ensure your websites, apps and digital documents are accessible, usable and comply with current legislation. We will work with your team at every stage of the project, providing the technical insight you need to reach people on every platform – giving your organisation an end to end digital accessibility strategy. One of our services which I would like to Highlight to you is ITCANHELP. It is a free IT Support service to help older people (55+) and people with disabilities/long term health conditions use technology to achieve their goals. We have a network of friendly volunteers who can help with most major computer systems, laptops, tablet devices and smart phones. Due to Covid-19 volunteers are unable to visit anyone at home however support is being delivered remotely. We’ve seen a high amount of people get in touch with the service to help them keep in touch with friends and family, We’ve also seen a high amount of charities get in touch saying that they have staff who are struggling with technology so we want to be there ready to help third sector organisations such as yourself and any members.

Save the Children has had a branch in Lewis since 1965 and a shop since 1984. At present we have approximately 50 volunteers who support the shop and branch. We have a happy working atmosphere in the shop. Volunteers serve the public, sort out clothing, iron and help at outside fundraising events eg coffee mornings, soup lunches etc. If you have people skills and a sense of humour, this is the job for you.

As a volunteer advisor you will undertake full training and be supported gradually to become an adviser. This will involve interviewing clients and using the CAB information system give clients up to date and accurate information. You will explore options with clients and talk about the different ways their problems might be tackled, or offer practical help such as filling in a form, writing a letter, doing a benefit calculation, or making a phone call. The CAB has people from all walks of life and provides a vital service to the islands, this is a great opportunity to be part of something special. We have a small but committed and friendly staff team and are always looking for people who would like to get involved. If you have an interest but also some questions, the best thing you can do is have them answered. Come in and see the training officer or manager on Westview Terrace and discuss if this is the right opportunity for you. It really is a great opportunity.

Assist with the general running of the day care Centre - setting up, tidying up, serving tea and coffee and meals, talking with the clients, doing activities with clients (ie art, craft, reading, games) helping with care duties that are appropriate the centre runs from Mon- Sat 10am-3pm volunteers seen throughout this hours

To volunteer at the wide range of events taking place at Taigh Dhonnchaidh at various times of the year

Join a policy panel with Inclusion Scotland to work with the Scottish Government to develop adult social care support policy in Scotland. 50 people will be recruited from across Scotland to be a representative panel of the different ways people use adult social care, and their different circumstances. From the 50 people, 20 people will form a Core Group to meet with the Scottish Government four times a year. More information and the application form at: http://inclusionscotland.org/social-care-policy-panel/

ReStore serves North Uist, South Uist & Benbecula providing quality refurbished furniture and providing free removals of unwanted items. You will help with: • Checking furniture is fit for purpose. • Creating upcycled furniture. • Repairing furniture

The befriender will be matched up to the befriendee by having the same interests and hobbies. On average the pair will meet up once a week and undertake a range of activities depending on a preferred choice, (e.g. meeting for coffee, going for a walk). This opportunity will give the befriender a chance to do something worthwhile in the full knowledge that it is much appreciated.

If after successful selection, you decide to become a volunteer you will join a small team of Samaritans here in Stornoway. You will be given extensive specialist training and have the opportunity to expand and extend your skills and talents. You will be expected to man the telephones during a shift, respond to e mails and texts, and give around 12 hours per month to meet the rota. As well as Listening and support volunteers, we are looking volunteers to carry out other important tasks : treasurer, leaders/mentors, trainers, publicity officer, fundraisers, admin and IT support.

Isles FM is the community radio station for the Western Isles of Scotland. Based in Stornoway the station broadcasts to the community 24 hours a day. The station provides a mix of local news, information and music. There is a focus on the community, providing a voice to community groups and organisations. The output includes a huge variety of music from heavy metal to jazz and chart hits to accordion music. The focus is very much on local, Scottish and Gaelic music, Isles FM provides a channel for local bands and talent. As a radio presenter you will have many tasks to ensure that the show runs as smoothly as possible. Tasks include: - Radio presentation - Researching items - Control desk operation If you have a passion for music and creativity then this is the opportunity for you.

The garden has a patio area - a small lawn, shrub borders, a shed. A vegetable patch, a small woodland area and a secluded upper area with shrubs and a kilmarnock willow. There is professional advice available if you need it, and you will be able to encourage members to work inthe garden and use it for relaxation.

Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland (CHSS) improves the quality of life for people in Scotland affected by chest, heart and stroke illness, through medical research, influencing public policy, advice and information, and support in the community. Volunteers are a vital part of CHSS. Without the dedicated support from volunteers none of their work would be possible. They offer a range of services throughout Scotland, including support for families and other carers. They fund all of this through their own efforts. Joining the befriending service is an opportunity to undertake a satisfying and rewarding role visiting clients in their homes and supporting access to services and activities. This enormously helps to reduce the social isolation and loneliness which is experienced by so many people after a diagnosis of heart failure. Activities might include going out shopping, taking the clilent out for some short exercise, for a cup of tea, or to just visit them at home. Chest Heart and Stroke are looking for volunteers that are friendly, outgoing and empathetic to help take on this vital role.

To assist with the procedure of restoring and upcycling furniture as part of the small supportive team.

Brief all helpers, assistant coaches and players on the aims of the session and the purpose of each activity. Involve all helpers and make sure they are made aware of the value of their input Attend Club meetings to ensure that the committee are aware of all activities Ensure that you are well briefed about any special needs of the participants involved i.e. medical conditions/disabilities etc. Identify and recruit, in line with club procedures, additional volunteers to assist in the running of the club e.g. parents Abide by and promote sound ethics and club policy, child protection, fair play and equal opportunities to all members Develop your own skills by attending SFA coach education courses. Take responsibility by ensuring the equipment is correct and is kept in good working order Be aware of and follow the procedure of recording accidents Be aware of the club's Child Protection policy, Health and Safety policy and Emergency procedures and take responsibility for Health and Safety aspects during activities Ensure that there is an accessible well stocked first aid kit at eh venue and a telephone nearby

NHS Western Isles is looking for volunteers to be the welcoming face at our reception sites in Western Isles hospital. We are looking for people who will welcome patients, visitors and staff into our hospital. Meet and Greet volunteers have become an important role in our continuing response to Covid-19. You will help guide people around the hospital site, supply essential PPE and hand gel for those entering the hospital and help make patients hospital stays more comfortable by delivering their belongings to them, which are dropped at reception by relatives while hospital access is restricted. You can volunteer if: • nobody in your household has coronavirus symptoms, for example, a cough or high temperature • you're aged over 18 and under 70 years old and fit and well with no symptoms • you’re not pregnant • you do not have any long-term health conditions that make you vulnerable to coronavirus • Government Coronavirus Covid-19 guidelines • Volunteers will be risk assessed in accordance to COVID-19 volunteering guidance to NHS boards. e mail info@volunteercentrewi.org

- Help to run Cuimhne events in North Uist, South Uist and Benbecula - Set up venue with tables, chairs etc and tidy up at the end - Welcome attendees, chat and engage with them and make them feel at ease.

Mini bus driver on a rota basis.. PHAB club would pay for Midas test to be done.

Attend gardening activity organised by Alzheimers (Lewis and Harris). Dates to be arranged with Marion (Manager)

Lead or be a back/assistant walk leader Welcome all walkers Take a register of those attending Attend required training Ensure risk assessment have been read and adhered to Ensure walks have been planned and risk assessed Create a warm and friendly atmosphere for your walks

Be rewarded and have new experiences, volunteer with us as a Family Support Volunteer. Key Details • Western Isles wide project. • Flexible and variable days and hours throughout the year. Can you: • Understand the needs of new mums and dads. • Empathise with parents struggling to cope. • Be respectful and non-judgemental. • Understand the importance of maintaining confidentiality. What you can expect: • You will provide practical and emotional support to parents. • Visit families in their own home and sometimes accompanying them to groups or activities in the community. • Play a key role in working with parents to friendships, confidence and skills which will enhance their lives and enable them to give their children the best start in life. What we can offer: • Gaining experience in working with children and families. • Being involved in your local community. • Be part of our friendly team. • Meet new people. • Gain a sense of pride and self-worth.

Coffee and Sale every last Sat of the month. starting 27th Feb 2016. 2pm-4pm. Help sort through items that are handed in, selling and serving coffees

To work a regular 3 hour shift on the helpline, respond to helpline e-mails, provide a listening ear to helpline users, participate in quality monitoring by logging calls received, record service user feedback

It is recommended that we each take 10,000 steps a day to achieve a healthy, fit and active lifestyle. A brisk walk of only 30 minutes will provide more than 2,500 of those essential steps, or one quarter of our daily target. In doing so you will feel fitter and better, you will have more energy, you will sleep better, your blood pressure and stress levels will be reduced, and you will have an enjoyable break. Would you like to enjoy more of these benefits and help others to enjoy them? You could become a volunteer walk leader. You could either help us with our planned Stornoway lunchtime walks, or set up a walk group of your own in your own area, with the full help and support of the local Paths to health Co-ordinator. There will be a training day for any volunteers who are interested.

Write reports Attend matches or gather verbal report from coaches Take photo Upload to the website