Let’s TALK Volunteers will connect with people through engaging activities in order to help identify ways participants can take control of their lives and their treatment and raise awareness of the local support available to them. This role will include: • Co-producing and delivering the Let’s TALK project to tackle issues surrounding stigma and discrimination associated with poor mental health • Scoping out new signposting opportunities and resources • Promoting values of the 5 Ways to Wellbeing • Using own story of recovery or creative talents to empower others • Support from Project Facilitators throughout your role Due to Covid restrictions, the Let’s TALK project is currently run remotely so the role requires you to have internet access and a suitable device or laptop/computer.

Scotland Versus Arthritis is looking for individuals willing to lead short health walks in your area, lead on other physical activities, or facilitate virtual support groups. Full training and on-going support for volunteers will be available. We are also looking for expressions of interest from anyone keen to become an instructor of Tai Chi or Qi Gong for arthritis. The current Covid restrictions have meant that for many the wait for treatment may be a year or more away. Painkilling prescriptions are seldom more than a temporary relief. Support and exercise can however offer a better way to self manage the daily on-going pain and fatigue. In readiness for the eventual lifting of lockdown we are asking, can you spare an hour or two each month to help? Please contact your local Development Officer, Dr. P. Neville, p.neville@versusarthritis.org or phone 07501 501114 for details.

Let’s TALK project is looking to challenge stigma and discrimination surrounding mental health; encourage people to think about their mental health; introduce self-management techniques to enhance recovery; support people struggling with their mental health. Let’s TALK Volunteers will seek to engage with communities across Glasgow, North Lanarkshire and South Lanarkshire. These areas have been chosen due to their poor levels of mental health, high suicide rates, long waiting lists for mental health services and due to the fact that they are areas of high deprivation Let’s TALK Volunteers will connect directly with people through engaging activities in order to help identify ways participants can take control of their lives and their treatment and raise awareness of the local support available to them, through training, information and signposting, helping to improve lives. Volunteers will be key in the co-production and delivery of the Let’s TALK project and ultimately in tackling the issues surrounding stigma and discrimination associated with poor mental health. The post requires a pvg check, which SAMH will organise prior to an individual taking up a volunteering opportunity with us.

People find volunteering with Penicuik Citizens Advice Bureau a stimulating and rewarding experience. We provide full training and on-going support. Apart from developing new skills, volunteers also enjoy being part of a team assisting the community on a wide range of issues. We recognise that potential volunteers come from a a variety of backgrounds and value the diversity of experiences and life skills they bring with them. We also re-imburse travel expenses for volunteers. We are ideally looking for people who can commit to one session per week at 3 hours per session.

Dundee Carers Centre is committed to providing information, advice and support locally – and in order to make sure we are reaching the right people in the right places we need your help. The role is varied, interesting and rewarding – and is flexible to suit your life and time commitments. If you know your community well and you think you could help us make sure we reach all the carers in your area, then get in touch. The following are examples of the types of opportunities you could get involved in: Identifying local groups and venues in the area, distributing and maintaining publicity in local businesses and organisations, representing the organisation at community events, assisting with information sessions, drop ins and groups in your local area and much much more You can take on as much or as little as you would like. Preference is given to current or former carers – but more important is that you are enthusiastic and committed to be part of a dynamic team raising the profile of carers in your community,

Do you have two hours a week to support vulnerable adults with M.E./Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS)? Are you a good listener with an empathetic, professional and methodical approach? Action for M.E.’s advocacy service, supports adults with M.E./CFS to understand their rights, make informed choices, and have their views and wishes heard and respected, dealing with issues including health, social care, housing and employment. The Volunteer Advocate will work entirely online/by phone to meet and represent clients, agree an action plan, undertake research, and contact professionals.

Absafe is a unique safety education charity dedicated to saving lives and reducing harm by instilling a positive safety culture in our communities and inspiring a passion for safety through education and engagement. No one else does what we do locally! Our vision is for a safer future; free from life-changing unintentional injury and harm, with protective communities inspired by a passion for safety, so that no one has to learn by accident. We are passionate about the power of educating in a participative and engaging environment, using fun to create lasting change in children’s lives and in the communities in which they live. We believe in the transformative impact that a positive safety culture can have on the health and prosperity of future generations. Absafe provides health, safety and well-being education and risk awareness. Protecting people and places from harm, helping communities thrive by building a strong positive safety culture, and giving individuals the confidence, skills and attitudes to create a safer future. We deliver a range of unique projects and interactive training programmes designed to inform, instruct and engage to reduce vulnerability to unintentional injury and harm, and support positive decision-making in relation to harmful behaviour. We are looking for a Volunteer Treasurer to join our Board of Trustees, so we are able to continue to deliver education to the children and young people of Aberdeen, we would like you to have an interest in Education, health, safety risk management, and also health and wellbeing. We are a small Charity and every member is important, joining Absafe means that you will be making a real difference to the children and young people of Aberdeen. For more information please contact Louise Richardson, CEO at email: Louise@absafe.org.uk or tel.: 07748654105.

Talkable offers a talkline to anyone suffering from panic or anxiety. We currently have a range of ways that you can help as a volunteer and as we continue to grow and provide ever more vital support to people. Opportunities to join our team of volunteers include: *Call Handler Volunteers. *Message Line Volunteers. *Legal Advisor Volunteer(s). *Mental Health Consultant Volunteer(s). *Policy and Procedure Advisor Volunteers. Excellent support and any relevant training is provided to all volunteers. There will also be an Area Manager to oversee everything and volunteers will be a part of a group of others who all help and support one another. There are flexible times available to assist. All help makes a difference and is greatly appreciated. For more information about any of these volunteer roles or any other ways you wish to help us as a volunteer please contact Chelsea Birkett at E Mail: info@talkable.online or tel: 07999 453655.

Ditch Debt with Dignity has a vacancy for a Volunteer Client Adviser. The post holder will provide free, non-judgmental, discreet, professional, and personal advice and support to people in financial distress. We are looking to hear from enthusiastic and motivated people who have a positive attitude to support individuals who are privately struggling with their finances, empowering them to put a manageable debt repayment plan in place to enable clarity and a positive, fresh perspective for the future. Having experience in dealing with finances is helpful but not essential as training will be given. More importantly is a desire to support vulnerable people with an empathetic, non-judgemental and practical approach. The role requires good communication skills both written and verbal, with the ability to communicate effectively with people on a 1:1 basis and as part of a team. Strong IT skills and a keen interest in using technology to deliver the service. Individuals will be subject to a Disclosure Scotland check (there is no cost to volunteers for this), credit check and will need two satisfactory references. For more details and information on how to apply, please contact: Karen Bain, Volunteer Co-Ordinator at Email: karen.bain@ditchdebtwithdignity.com *(Closing date for applications: 5pm on Friday 26th February 2021).

Talkable offers a talkline to anyone suffering from panic or anxiety. We are currently looking for people who have knowledge and understanding around mental health issues and who would like to volunteer at talkable. You would be required to answer the phone to provide a vital listening ear for our service users. You will be required to download an app to allow calls to come through and preferably be able to download whatsapp as this is where all our communication among us happens. An excellent opportunity to help and make a real difference for people. All help is greatly appreciated. For more information please contact Chelsea Birkett at E Mail: info@talkable.online or tel: 07999 453655.