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  • How to Volunteer in the Adult Learning Sector: Reading, writing and numeracy are vital skills in the modern job market and in everyday life from filling out forms to reading… [450 views in Apr]
  • Be a Voluntary Occupational Therapist Assistant: An occupational therapist works with people to enable them to live as independently as possible and to manage their daily lives.… [400 views in Apr]
  • How to Become a JP: Magistrates or Justices of the Peace have existed since 1195 when Richard 1 entrusted knights to keep the peace in disorderly areas. Times have changed but the role is… [284 views in Apr]
  • Get Involved in Voluntary Mediation: Volunteer as a mediator and learn the skills of bringing people together to resolve their problems and differences. A mediator doesn’t take… [230 views in Apr]
  • Drop-in Centres: How They Work and Who Can Help: Drop-in centres offer an informal centre where vulnerable children and adults can find shelter, entertainment and support.… [74 views in Apr]
  • How to Become a Ward Buddy: A ward buddy volunteers in hospitals to help nurses with patients. This can range from practical help to spending time chatting to patients and supporting… [66 views in Apr]
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