Volunteer At Carers Support West Sussex

Volunteering offers a valuable opportunity to provide support and lend a compassionate ear to dedicated caregivers.

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What We Offer To Volunteers

From training to a mentor, we make sure you are supported and prepared in your role.

Induction

You will take part in specific induction training prior to starting in your role

Ongoing Training

You will have ongoing role related training during your time as a volunteer from our in-house training programme

A Volunteer Mentor

Which includes regular reviews for a chance for feedback, continued development and support.

Insurance

We provide full insurance cover for you while you undertake any of your duties

A Team

Be a part of regular team meetings and an annual social event (optional). Have your voice heard and your contribution valued as part of a growing team

Reimbursement

As a volunteer you are already gifting your time - we make sure that any expenses directly relating to your volunteer time with us are reimbursed

Why Volunteer with Us?

We welcome volunteers from all areas of the community and levels of expertise and skills. The main skill we look for is the ability to listen and have empathy. All our volunteers have an induction into Carers Support West Sussex that covers our vision, values and how we support carers.

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The Well-Being Benefits of Volunteering

Our Volunteer Roles

We have several different types of volunteer roles such as Information Volunteers and Check-In and Chat Volunteers. Not sure what role suits you? Click on the roles below to read more about them.

Male Check in & Chat Volunteer

As a Check-In and Chat Volunteer, you will be paired with an isolated carer to provide regular social conversations for up to six months (One call weekly, fortnightly or monthly).

Open to All Carer Group Volunteer Group Assistant

As an assistant, you’ll support carer groups, helping carers share their experiences, reduce stress, and combat loneliness. You’ll actively listen, provide information, and assist with any practical tasks, such as setting up the room or making tea and coffee.

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Face to Face Drug and Alcohol Group Volunteer

Carers often have challenging experiences with people’s attitudes towards their caring role and can feel that they cannot talk to family members, friends, or other organisations. The D&A groups offer carers a safe space to talk through their concerns and really be heard.