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Take a scroll to explore our volunteering opportunities. Whether you're looking for a specific type of role or a level of involvement that suits you, each opportunity offers a unique chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of older people.
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Volunteer Befriender - MHA Adlington House (Rhos on Sea)
Volunteer Befrienders provide support and friendship to older people who may be feeling lonely or isolated.
ConwyFlexibleVolunteer Befriender - MHA Berwick Grange
As a Volunteer Befriender you will help improve the quality of life for older people who are socially isolated and may feel lonely. Our befrienders are introduced to an older person with the purpose of them spending an hour or two each visit to bring friendship, company, and a chance to chat.
HarrogateMonday-FridayVolunteer Befriender - MHA Glen Rosa
IlkleyFlexibleVolunteer Befriender - MHA Priceholme
As a Volunteer Befriender you will help improve the quality of life for older people who are socially isolated and may feel lonely. Our befrienders are introduced to an older person with the purpose of them spending an hour or two each visit to bring friendship, company, and a chance to chat.
ScarboroughMonday-FridayVolunteer Befriender - MHA Reuben Manor
As a Volunteer Befriender you will help improve the quality of life for older people who are socially isolated and may feel lonely. Our befrienders are introduced to an older person with the purpose of them spending an hour or two each visit to bring friendship, company, and a chance to chat.
Stockton-on-TeesMonday-FridayVolunteer Befriender - MHA The Herons
Volunteer Befrienders provide support and friendship to older people who may be feeling lonely or isolated.
NottinghamFlexibleVolunteer Befriender - MHA Victoria Court
As a Volunteer Befriender you will help improve the quality of life for older people who are socially isolated and may feel lonely. Our befrienders are introduced to an older person with the purpose of them spending an hour or two each visit to bring friendship, company, and a chance to chat.
LeedsMonday-FridayVolunteer Car Driver - MHA South Staffs (Litchfield/Burntwood Area)
We are looking for volunteer car drivers to drive members to and from activities.
In Huddersfield, every Friday 11.00am -1.30pmVolunteer Driver - MHA Communities East Surrey
A volunteer driver is someone who helps older people in the community to access various activities and services, such
RedhillMonday-Friday 2 hours per weekVolunteer Driver - MHA Communities, West London
A volunteer driver is someone who helps older people in the community to access various activities and services, such
NorthwoodMonday-Friday 2 hours per weekVolunteer Fundraiser - Central Befriending Team
Befriending can help reduce feelings of social isolation and loneliness, improve mental and physical health, increase confidence and self-esteem, and enhance the quality of life of older people. By raising money for the MHA Central Befriending Team, you will be helping the team to continue this vital work, to enable older people to live later life well.
• We ask that you are able to commit time on a regular basis (at least one hour a week) as agreed with your named contact.Volunteer Gardener - Anjulita Court care home, Bedford
As a Volunteer Gardener you will support a busy Care Home.
BedfordMonday-Friday 9am-4pm (minimum 2-4hours/week) This role is suitable only for those aged 18 and over.
Make a difference with just a phone call
Brighten someone’s day and make a meaningful connection be becoming a volunteer telephone befriender. By offering regular, friendly chats, you’ll provide much-needed companionship and emotional support to an older person feeling lonely or isolated. Flexible and rewarding, this role allows you to fit calls around your schedule while helping to reduce loneliness and improve wellbeing.
Other ways to help
Do you have a question about applying for a volunteering opportunity with MHA? Search our current opportunities online or contact our volunteering team for more information.
There’s no limit to how you can raise money for MHA. If you need some help finding your perfect fundraiser, we have a range of ideas to suit everyone. Whatever you do, we’ll be there to support you to reach your fundraising goal.
Help us to campaign for a fairer social care system that ensures everyone can access the care and support they need in later life.
Discover a rewarding career where you’ll make a real difference to the lives of older people.