Gatherings
Setting up, welcoming people, making the tea, and helping gatherings feel comfortable.
Volunteer
At the start, a few reliable volunteers will make more difference than anything else. You don't need any particular experience, just some time and a friendly manner.
Ways to help
Outreach
Talking to churches, clubs and local groups, and helping us find older Irish residents who'd like to come along.
Befriending, later
Phone calls and visits come later, once our safeguarding policy is in place and volunteers have DBS checks.
Looking after volunteers
Before anyone starts, we’ll have a safeguarding policy, a friendly induction and clear role descriptions in place. Anyone in a role with direct contact will have a DBS check first. Volunteer training is planned for four to six months after launch.