The Retired and Senior Volunteer Programme (RSVP) in Stirling, Falkirk and Clackmannanshire works with NHS Forth Valley to develop volunteering in local hospitals. We are looking for older volunteers or those in/approaching retirement to carry out support roles in Stirling Community Hospital, Falkirk Community Hospital, Forth Valley Royal Hospital or Clackmannanshire Healthcare Centre - with the aim of making a visit to the hospital a better experience for patients and visitors. Volunteers provide support to patients and visitors in many different departments. There are w wide range of volunteer roles available and we will help to find one which suits you! Volunteers contribute to the well-being of patients and visitors by being a listening ear, and a helpful and friendly face welcoming people to the hospital. Our volunteers feel valued, make new friends and keep active in retirement.

Learning new skills. Helping a charity whilst having fun at the same time. Development of talents that we value such as communication skills, numeracy, teamwork and taking responsibility.

Do you have an interest in excellent customer service? Play a key role in helping people to gain their independence back. A Mobility Aids Volunteer driver This key role will enable people to return home after an illness or surgery and help them to remain independent or go on a holiday or trip with friends or family. It will involve driving a Red Cross vehicle. Typical tasks include Delivering and collecting wheelchairs Demonstrating how to use and look after our wheelchairs

Working in partnership with The Co op it has been reported that over 70% of people living in the UK have expressed that at some point in their lives they have experienced loneliness and/or Social Isolation. This can have a detrimental effect on health and wellbeing and we are looking to support those most at risk. This can be anyone 16+ for example New Mums, Individuals with Mobility Restrictions, Elderly, Individuals experiencing Bereavement/Empty Nest to name a few. This will be a volunteer led project with support from Community Connectors based in Dundee/Fife/Aberdeen/Inverness and Shetland. We are looking for individuals who are willing to give up a little of their time to re build service users confidence to re-engage into their local communities. Each service user will be supported for a 12 week period and will be sign posted to the relevant organisation as required. All training is provided which is fantastic for self-development! This is a new project with new staff and volunteers who are all extremely excited to be involved.

Help go on the rota to assist the shop to provide a service to members of the public and to raise funding for the Red Cross.

St Andrew's First Aiders have an opportunity to learn and develop new skills. Develop the ability to provide essential professional first aid services. Have the satisfaction of knowing that you're making a vital contribution to your own community.

Volunteers to help bake items, sell items on stalls or generally help with the practical logistics associated with running this large event. moving and handling stalls etc.Event takes place in June annually

Do you have an interest in excellent customer service? Play a key role in helping people to gain their independence back. A Mobility Aids Volunteer driver This key role will enable people to return home after an illness or surgery and help them to remain independent or go on a holiday or trip with friends or family. It will involve driving a Red Cross vehicle. Typical tasks include:- - Delivering and collecting wheelchairs - Demonstrating how to use and look after our wheelchairs - Giving information about other Red Cross services where appropriate - Completing delivery paperwork - Receiving and recording donations

You will be the point of contact in your area that will service and manage the cans – this includes placing them in local shops, pubs, restaurants etc and arranging collection and replacement when full – then banking these vital funds. You will be fully supported by a staff member and given full instructions. If you have a few spare hours and are looking for a flexible volunteer role revolving around getting out and about in your community – then get in touch as we need you!

Fundraisers to help support the Wick Lifeboat RNLI, help with the annual fun day or perodically throughout the year.