Hand of Solace is a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organization working with isolated/lonely elders and young people by offering direct services and support , all designed to help people make the most of life. We have a range of exciting volunteer opportunities to assist in this and would be delighted to hear from anyone interested in joining our great volunteer team. This includes assisting with our Older People Volunteer Befriending Service. Our Older People Volunteer Befrienders are matched on a 1:1 basis with an older person aged 50 and above within the North areas of Aberdeen(including-Stoneywood, Bucksburn, Dyce, Seaton, Northfield and Bridge of Don).Volunteer befrienders visit their befriendees once a week to spend quality time(2-3 hours) with them (which may include support with accessing /attending local activities ) to reduce loneliness and isolation. We’ll give you all the training and support you need to do your role. All help will make a difference and be greatly appreciated. Application forms may be accessed by filling out our volunteers interest form which may be found in our website at https://www.handofsolace.co.uk/apply-to-volunteer-with-us or by requesting through our email- info@handofsolace.co.uk , or by phoning the contact number- 07378432436.

Everyone can feel lonely and isolated at times, especially if experiencing hardship. In response to the effects of loneliness and isolation on peoples wellbeing (physical, emotional, social and mental health), that the COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated, TLC have responded to this need and further developed our befriending service to combat the loneliness and isolation felt by many in our city. Our service is provided to anyone aged 18 years and over in Aberdeen who is experiencing or at risk of loneliness or isolation. Your help as a volunteer would therefore make a real difference. Our expertly trained and compassionate volunteers not only provide a lifeline to people, in the form of friendship, but also a helping hand to reconnect to the community, bringing joy and passion back into people’s lives. If you would like to be a beacon of hope to someone in need, please do apply to join our fantastic team of volunteers. For further information please email us at volunteer@tlc.org.uk

New Adventures offers periods of respite for carers of adults with disabilities. To achieve this we offer regular sports sessions, outings and weekend breaks. We are looking volunteers who would like to join us on our adventures- wherever they take us! Our group have fantastic fun- and we would welcome enthusiastic, friendly individuals to support us in our plans. We are looking volunteers who may help with the following: • Support the weekly sports sessions in the Tryst in Cumbernauld • Support our regular weekly outings to places of interest throughout Central Scotland • Support us in occasional evening outings ; cinema, bowling, concerts • Support us in weekend breaks throughout Scotland – or any combination of the above! Volunteers will be expected to encourage and support participants in their activities; we are keen to promote inclusion and equality and try to take part in as many different and varied opportunities as possible. Friendly, organised and with a sense of humour are all key strengths of volunteers.

*Sight Scotland Veterans: Volunteer Befrienders Needed Throughout Aberdeen City and Shire!* Good at striking up conversations with others? Enjoy organising social events? Sight Scotland Veterans is seeking friendly volunteers with good people skills to help us run various activities for service veterans with visual impairment. As a volunteer you’ll play a vital role in overcoming isolation and helping allow our members to live life to the fullest. The main part of your role will be to assist in planning and running activities, whilst providing a warm and welcoming environment for our members. It would be helpful if you can drive and have your own car, although this is not essential for the role. Excellent support and relevant training is provided to all volunteers including: •Structured induction and training. •Ongoing support and supervision from Volunteer Development Manager your volunteer supervisor. •Access to further training. •Travel expenses. For more information please contact James Whyte, Volunteer Development Manager at email james.whyte@sightscotland.org.uk or Tel.: 0131 446 3154.