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Cornerstone Events Volunteer

  • VO56830

Description

Looking for a new challenge?

Want to get involved in something interesting and take on a worthwhile role?

Are you outgoing, honest and committed?

Then Cornerstone needs your help!

Cornerstone is a national charitable organisation with local services for children, young people and adults with disabilities and other support needs.

Our aim is simple… ‘To enable the people we support to enjoy a valued life.’

As a Cornerstone Events & Campaigns Volunteer, you will join our supporters in raising awareness in your community of the charity and spreading the word about the great work we do at Cornerstone. Raising awareness of the work we do is not only greatly beneficial to our work, but also help raise vital funds to improve the quality of life of the people we support.

We have a wide range of events and activities you can support us at events like our fun days, dinners, concerts and activity challenges

Sound like something you’d like to get involved in?

Just get on the phone to James McQueen on 01224 256051 or email – James.McQueen@cornerstone.org.uk

Organisation aims and objectives

Cornerstone provides high quality services across Scotland to people who have a disability and other support needs. Our range of services provide care and support to children, young people and adults and are designed to meet and respond to the needs of individuals. Our staff and volunteers are dedicated to providing individuals families and communities with a better future and our person centred approach ensures we keep the people we support at the heart of everything we do.

Frequency and commitment details

Flexible-If you can spare a few hours this might be the perfect opportunity for you.

Restrictions

Experience required: We are looking for people who are: -Friendly and approachable. -Share the aims and values of Cornerstone
Travel details: Aberdeen City
Minimum age: 16

Support

Expenses paid: Yes
Expenses details: Relevant out of pocket expenses are re-imbursed to volunteers e.g.: bus fares/car mileage etc.
Taster available: Yes
Training details: Good support and relevant training is provided to all volunteers.
Support: Named Contact For Volunteer,
Wheelchair Access/Disabled Access Toilet

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