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Volunteer At Carers Support West Sussex

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

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

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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.

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.

Carer Coaching: Review Support Volunteer | Home based

As a Review Support volunteer with Carers Support West Sussex, you'll assist the Carer Coaching Team by reaching out to carers who have finished their six one-on-one coaching sessions with us. Collaborating with the Carer Coach Coordinator, you'll get in touch with these carers 3 to 6 months after their coaching to collect their feedback and insights.

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.

Read more to see available locations

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Have Any Questions?

If you would like to contact us about volunteering, please email volunteering@carerssupport.org.uk

How Volunteers Helped This Year

Discover the impact of our volunteers over the past year in enhancing the lives of Carers in West Sussex.

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Minutes of Volunteering

Our team of volunteers have been amazing at the time given to support Carers this year.

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Minutes On The Phone

Through the volunteer Check in and Chat telephone befriending service helping carers feel more socially connected.

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Digital Champions

Our volunteer Digital Champions helped carers become more digitally-strong.

Video Library

Watch the firsthand experiences of Mandy and Liam as they share their journeys as volunteers at Carers Support. These videos offer a glimpse into the impactful world of being part of our volunteer team.

Volunteer Enquiry Form

Fill out the form below, there are only a few questions to answer. Someone from our team will be in touch with you soon.

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