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 recruitment@tlc.org.uk

Are you passionate about ending global poverty? Do you have a couple of hours a month spare? Do you want to meet like-minded people? Do you want to gain skills in campaigning and advocacy? Then why not join the RESULTS Edinburgh campaign group! RESULTS UK is a movement of passionate, committed, everyday people. Together we use our voices to influence political decisions that we believe will bring an end to poverty, advocating on issues such as global health and education. Our campaign groups are connected by a passion to end poverty and to take action to influence political decisions. There are 13 campaign groups, and many individual campaigners, who make up the RESULTS UK grassroots network. Each month our campaigners take a well-researched campaign action, which is sent out in our action materials. The 'Call to action' each month is often to write and engage with, MPs and Government Ministers. Who you write to depends on who the RESULTS UK policy and parliamentary teams think you can influence the most! There are often also prompts for taking action on social media or local media. Our recent campaigns include global COVID-19 vaccine equity, effective nutrition programmes and an ongoing campaign to save the UK Overseas Development Assistance (ODA, often known as aid) budget! As well as taking monthly actions, the Edinburgh group regularly joins our monthly conference calls. We discuss the focus of that month's campaign action, and hear an update from around the network. We also welcome an expert guest speaker on the topic of the month. The calls are a great opportunity to learn about international development, ask questions, and connect with other campaigners. It is an exciting time to get involved, meet likeminded people, and join a network of passionate campaigners across the UK! Check out our Welcome Pack for an overview of what getting involved is all about: https://www.results.org.uk/guides/welcome-pack-volunteers Email us at join@results.org.uk. We'd Love to hear from you!"

Just a few hours out of your week could make an older person's day! Help reduce loneliness and social isolation by volunteering at our community cafe. This offers older people the chance to meet others for a chat over a cup of tea or coffee and cake at a very reasonable price. We also offer some activities - although this is increasing as covid restrictions lift. You will get to know the customers and build a positive relationship with them. You will do this by: - Meeting and greeting customers in our Tearoom - Serving refreshments and clearing away at the end - Building a positive relationship with customers by chatting to them and getting to know them.

G64 Community support is a community wide partnership supported by local community organisations, East Dunbartonshire Voluntary Action, and OPAL East Dunbartonshire information Helpline operating in the Bishopbriggs, Auchinairn and Torrance area. We are looking for a secretary to deal with any correspondence, take minutes of any meetings and liaise directly with our chair to ensure the smooth running of the group. This will includes sending invitations and settings up virtual meetings, and supporting the other trustees to run the group efficiently.

Training Advisers (TA) provide adult Scouts training support to help our young people be the best they can be. You can join Scouts as a TA with no Scouting experience. Yes, we couldn’t deliver Scouting without our TAs! No previous Scouts experience, no problem! This is a non-uniformed volunteering role. And if you aren’t an existing training provider please don’t worry – it’s the passion, interest and relatable skills which count. Role Description : Trainers are key to the volunteer training scheme at the Scouts. Training Advisers (TA) have an essential job in providing support to those undertaking training for their appointment in Scouting. The key role of a TA is to support a learner through The Scouts’ Adult Training Scheme. Our excellent South East Scotland Scouts TA team provide our volunteers with superb assistance, the tools and tips to feel trained, supported and happy in your role. As a TA you will help adults navigate through the training process. You'll start by identifying the training needs for the person concerned and agreeing a Personal Learning Plan (PLP), planning how these needs can be met, validate training and possibly presenting some key modules as part of your learning or skills presentations. You will work with a wider experienced Training Team to support our learners. The ultimate goal is to help our adult leaders secure their 'Wood Badge' which you'd play a pivotal role as this will mean they can deliver the best scouting experience for our young people today and tomorrow. Our training is award-winning and you have the chance to be part of this amazing experience - learning and growing as you go. We are looking for new faces to join our expanding training team in line with our recovery post covid and ongoing growth.

SSCC Falkirk is seeking an additional Volunteer IT Tutor to help support our over-50 learners with computing devices and to extend their knowledge of what can be achieved with the available technology. Skills and Attitudes Volunteers tutors should have practical experience in one or more of: Using laptops, iPad / Android tablets and smartphones; Windows operating systems and applications; Mobile device applications; Using email and browsers; Social media; Security / keeping safe online; Digital photography. Volunteers should have good communication skills and be able to demonstrate patience and empathy with learner members, and commitment to their role as a volunteer tutor. Due to the nature of our service and the importance of consistency for our older learners volunteers must be able to commit to regular attendance at the Club, and to notify others at the Club in advance if they will be unable to attend, for example for illness, holidays or other commitments. Location Normally volunteers will assist at club meetings based at: Arnotdale House, Dollar Park, Camelon Rd, Falkirk FK1 5SQ or other venue as advised by the Club Leader. Occasionally volunteers may be asked to assist at public events at other locations. Duties The duties of club volunteer tutors are: • Help to set up and take down furniture / equipment at the meeting venue • Provide advice and support to learner members with technical problems and questions. • Suggest to learner members other uses of their computers that may help them; give guidance to help members to use this correctly if required. *Please note the Club Committee has agreed that, in order to protect members as best we can, we will be asking all members coming to club meetings (both learners and tutors) to confirm that they have received two doses of the Covid-19 vaccine and, where appropriate, up to date booster dose(s) ('where appropriate' meaning that you are eligible for, or have been invited for, a booster). Alternatively learners and tutors can provide evidence of a negative lateral flow test before attending each session they participate in.

Neuro Central, based in Central Scotland, is run by a Committee of volunteers which is overseen by a Board of Trustees. To minimise the costs that we have to apply to our members, we aim to raise funds for therapies through fundraising and grant applications. We believe we are unique in providing this type of relief for people with a neurological condition. We also provide opportunities for them to meet up and support one another in a friendly relaxed environment, so nobody has to feel alone. At this time, we are looking for a volunteer to join the Committee and fill the role of Funding (Grants) Co-ordinator. Detailed experience of fundraising in the Scottish charity sector would be preferred but is not essential. The COVID-19 virus has devastated our programme of events and we are only just getting back into face-to-face meetings. You would be welcome to attend our meetings in Stirling but it is not essential. Committee meetings are still held online (by Zoom). Where travel is required, we pay expenses at the current HMRC rates. Any other agreed expenses will also be paid. If you are interested in joining our charity, or if you have any questions as to the role, please get in touch.

Volunteering Matters is a volunteering and social change charity. They recognise the potential young people across Clackmannanshire possess. Young people have aspirations and goals like us all – but may not currently have the tools or guidance needed to turn these into a reality. The effects of COVID-19 have seen many young people across Clackmannanshire experiencing social isolation, loneliness, poor mental and physical health and without a ‘Positive Destination’. Equip Mentoring uses the power of volunteers to support young people who are not in employment, education or training (NEET) or who need additional guidance and support to enter the employment market, further education or training. The Volunteer Mentors will support the young people practically (such as CV writing and interview skills) as well as emotionally (building confidence, resilience, and independence) whilst reducing social isolation and loneliness. The young person and mentor will meet regularly and will set goals and ambitions to develop new skills, knowledge and experience to pursue the young person's chosen pathway. Volunteering Matters asks volunteers to spend 1-2 hours a week with their match. The time period that Mentors support young people will vary depending on the needs and goals of each match, up to 12 months. Volunteering Matters recognise that every young persons journey & needs are different and so the length of match will depend on their needs and ambitions. The organisation's Engagement Manager offers full support and encouragement to mentors and young people, keeping in touch on a regular basis.

We are looking for some enthusiastic volunteers to help out with our Friday evening youth group. The group runs from 6-9pm and is split into two parts; 6:00pm - 7:15pm is the younger youth group. 7:30pm - 9:00pm is the gaming group aimed at a slightly older audience. Volunteers are welcome to come to either or both parts or to drop-in for however long is possible for them (example, 6-8pm). It is something that is flexible, that can be adjusted if required. The group runs every Friday, however there may also be the odd Saturday activity (subject to funding). The hours for this would depend on the event. Experience with youth work, BSL (British Sign Language), and/or individuals with sensory needs is greatly appreciated, but not a requirement. Being friendly, patient, enthusiastic and willing to get stuck in, are the traits that are the most desired. For both groups, the volunteer would be asked to help set up and clean up, if required, and to involve themselves with the group's activities. Keeping an eye on proceedings to ensure everyone has full access and that they can have fun in a safe environment. The Centre is fully compliant with all Scottish government Covid-19 restrictions.

Volunteers are supporting NHS and GP practice staff by monitoring the doors and greeting people who are attending their GP practice, the Minor Injuries Unit or X-ray. Volunteers encourage people to comply with Covid-related guidelines such as physical distancing, wearing face coverings and sanitising hands. The Centre is open between 8.30a.m. and 9.30p.m. and during the day there are usually two volunteers on duty. Volunteers cover shifts of between 2 and 4 hours and tend to do the same shift every week, although an element of flexibility is possible. This opportunity is coordinated by RSVP, the Retired and Senior Volunteer Programme, and is primarily for volunteers who are 50+.