Looking for volunteer opportunities?
Brain injuries affect how a person thinks, acts, and feels. These can impact the trajectory of the survivors’ life as they need to adjust to living with the limitations imposed by their injuries.
Headway Shropshire provides services and support to brain injury survivors to make life better after a brain injury. And you can be part of a team that helps make a difference.
Do I need experience to be a volunteer?
Anyone can be a volunteer for Headway Shropshire! We will provide training and ensure you are confident in your role.
How does volunteering make a difference?
We rely on volunteers to support our work. By offering their time, volunteers help us sustain our efforts in making a difference in the lives of brain injury survivors.
As a volunteer, you can enrich the client’s experience and ensure that they always feel safe. You can be part of a team that cultivates a safe and friendly environment where brain injury survivors are given the support they need.
Beyond this, we witness first-hand the rewarding and fulfilling experience of helping brain injury survivors in their recovery journey.
It is heartwarming to be able to help individuals access activities that make them so happy and regain some independence.
Amanda Berry, The Headway Hub Coordinator
What are the roles and responsibilities of a Headway Shropshire volunteer?
Roles available to volunteers include:
- Headway Hub assistance
- playing games with clients
- chatting with clients
- making tea and coffee
- arts and crafts
- gardening
- cooking
- woodworking
- administrative and fundraising duties
Frequently Asked Questions
What kinds of volunteering opportunities are available?
Opportunities can include supporting at the Neuro Wellbeing support group, events, fundraising, practical projects and other roles that support Headway Shropshire’s services and community. What is available will vary depending on current needs.
Do I need experience of brain injury?
No. We will explain the skills, experience, checks and training needed before you commit.
Will I receive training and support
Yes. Volunteers receive an appropriate induction, guidance and support for the role they are carrying out. Some roles may need additional training before you begin.
Will I need a DBS check?
Some roles may require a DBS check because of the people, information or activities involved. We will tell you if a check is needed for the role you are considering.
How much time do I need to give?
It depends on the role. Some opportunities are regular, while others may be occasional, event-based or project-based. We will make the expected commitment clear before you start.
Can a company volunteer as a team?
Yes, where we have a suitable opportunity. Headway Shropshire has worked with local businesses on corporate volunteer days and practical projects. Get in touch and we can explore what would be useful at the time.
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