Posted on 15th Jan
A charity is appealing for people who would like to volunteer their time and talents to support adults with learning disabilities — including at its Mansfield base.
Reach Learning Disability said volunteers could make a real difference, helping someone build confidence, learn new skills, and feel more connected to their community.
At Reach Mansfield, based in St John’s Centre, volunteers are needed to help at weekday sessions, from 10am to 12noon or 1pm to 3pm.
Volunteering manager Wayne Wilmot (pictured with two of the clients at the charity’s Flower Pod Southwell base) said: “You could support people to find their voice, help build digital confidence, or lend a hand in the kitchen.
“If you prefer to be active, there are fitness and dance courses, or you can get outdoors with the Green Taskforce.”
There are also opportunities at other Reach centres. In Southwell, volunteers are needed to support weekly courses and to help at monthly Friday evening socials.
In Hawtonville, Flower Pod Newark hosts a monthly Saturday morning voice and participation group that needs volunteers to empower members to share their views and influence change.
All Reach centres would particularly welcome enquiries from cookery enthusiasts keen to help in fun weekly sessions as well as from potential volunteer van drivers.
One volunteer added: “I started volunteering with the charity with no experience — I just needed a new challenge.
“I wasn’t sure if it would be for me, but I’m glad I started as I would have missed out on meeting so many lovely people. Even if you have a couple of hours to spare, they may be the best two hours of your week.”
Reach said it was grateful to funders whose support is enhancing volunteering across the charity, including The National Lottery Community Fund (All Part of Change) and the UK Shared Prosperity Fund/Mansfield District Council (Green Taskforce).
Wayne added: “Our volunteers make a real difference to the lives of local people with learning disabilities and their families. To find out more, please contact me for further information. I look forward to hearing from you!”
Call 01636 819066, email [email protected] or go to www.reachuk.org for further information.
