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![Be a Dental Complaints Service Panel Member](images/110x80/14690.jpg)
Be a Dental Complaints Service Panel Member
Local Dental Complaints Panels comprise one dentist and two laypersons. A layperson is a member of the public and anyone may volunteer, no dental knowledge is…...
![Be a GP Patient Participation Group Member](images/110x80/6512.jpg)
Be a GP Patient Participation Group Member
GP Participation Groups consist of doctors, other health care professionals and members of the public. Volunteer to take part and have a say in the running of your…...
![Be a Health Services Lay Assessor](images/110x80/13884.jpg)
Be a Health Services Lay Assessor
Health Service Lay Assessors volunteer from all walks of life. They represent the patients point of view on panels which also contain doctors and other health…...
![Be a Local Advisory Health Council Member](images/110x80/15372.jpg)
Be a Local Advisory Health Council Member
Local Advisory Health Councils invite volunteers from the general public. You may be a patient, carer or someone interested in community issues. No medical background…...
![Be a Voluntary Occupational Therapist Assistant](images/110x80/10378.jpg)
Be a Voluntary Occupational Therapist Assistant
Occupational therapists work with individuals to enable them to live as independently as possible. Volunteers assist them in practical tasks and work with patients. As…...
![Become a Buddy Walker or Walk Leader](images/110x80/13917.jpg)
Become a Buddy Walker or Walk Leader
Walking is an accessible form of exercise that helps the heart, lungs and general fitness. Buddy walkers give motivation and companionship enabling vulnerable members…...
![Becoming a Hospice Volunteer](images/110x80/16355.jpg)
Becoming a Hospice Volunteer
Hospices provide a caring environment for terminally ill patients and their families. Most hospices are charities and rely on volunteers. There are many roles…...
![Carer Support Within Your Community](images/110x80/10358.jpg)
Carer Support Within Your Community
Volunteering in carer support involves supporting vulnerable members of society to lead independent lives in the community. Each role is different and guided by the…...
![Helping Others Through Yoga and Pilates](images/110x80/12398.jpg)
Helping Others Through Yoga and Pilates
Can you use your yoga or Pilates skills to benefit others in your community? We suggest a few ways in which you can harness the power of yoga and Pilates to improve…...
![How to Become a Ward Buddy](images/110x80/15364.jpg)
How to Become a Ward Buddy
A ward buddy volunteers in a hospital to assist nurses with practical tasks and to support patients. Tasks may include serving food, playing games or giving beauty…...
![Taking Part in Hospital Radio](images/110x80/10185.jpg)
Taking Part in Hospital Radio
Hospital radio stations are charities which broadcast news, music, information and sport for hospital patients. Volunteers may collect requests, present shows or work…...
![Volunteering For Telephone Helplines](images/110x80/17136.jpg)
Volunteering For Telephone Helplines
Volunteering for a telephone helpline requires good listening skills and an ability to put yourself in another person's place. You will provide emotional and sometimes…...
![What is the Role of a Support Worker?](images/110x80/12263.jpg)
What is the Role of a Support Worker?
Volunteer support workers provide practical assistance to individuals in day centres and care homes. They assist professional staff to help people to live as…...