Volunteering with Age Concern Kingston Upon Thames

We offer a range of stimulating and interesting volunteer opportunities. Over 120 people support Age Concern Kingston by giving their time and skills. We could not provide our services without their invaluable help.

People of all ages choose to volunteer with Age Concern. Volunteering can be a way of maintaining skills post retirement, or learning new skills whilst making a positive contribution to the community. It is often fun and companiable and always worthwhile.

In November 2006, 97% of respondents who participated in our first postal Volunteer Satisfaction Survey declared themselves either ‘satisfied' or ‘very satisfied' with their volunteering experience. Participants said that volunteering gave them opportunities to meet people, use their skills and give service to others in a rewarding way.

We are currently looking for people to:

• act as a 'Home Buddy'
• work in our day centres
• run a weekly lunch club on Wednesdays in Chessington
• work alongside children in local primary schools
• help the Advice and Advocacy Team
• teach older people computer and internet skills
• take photographs of people and events
• help as a handyperson and with garden maintenance

We estimate that our existing volunteers contribute over £330,000 towards our vital work through giving us their skills and time for free.

If you would like to discuss what opportunities may be right for you, please contact us.