Volunteering in the East Midlands
Are you committed to getting involved in your local community? Do you live in the East Midlands and have some time to spare? Do you enjoy meeting new people and want to learn new skills or share your experiences? If you have said yes to any of these questions, then we think you would make a great volunteer.
The Stroke Association appreciates that everyone has a different amount of time they can offer and we are grateful for any help you can give.
We are committed to providing our volunteers with a positive experience. All our volunteers will be given an induction and will receive full training and support. Some volunteer roles require a CRB check.
We are currently looking for:
Fundraising volunteers
If fundraising is where your strengths lie, join The Stroke Association by becoming a fundraising volunteer. Be involved in all kinds of roles at events, help out with collections or help with events. There are lots of opportunities to suit the amount time you have to give.
Stroke Awareness volunteers
Public awareness of stroke is still low and we are working hard to try and change this. Better public awareness is key to preventing more strokes and ultimately saving lives. There are lots of ways you can get involved in this important health message. Come along to events and exhibitions, present informal talks on stroke to local community groups and schools or help deliver our printed information to hospitals, GP surgeries and community centres.
Communication Support volunteers
Can you imagine not being able to talk to your family or friends, or write a letter? Volunteers are needed to help people who have been left with speech and communication difficulties following a stroke. If you have patience and a caring attitude we would love to hear from you.
Stroke Support Group volunteers
Volunteers are needed to support people who have been affected by stroke in a group environment. If you have patience and a caring attitude we would love to hear from you. We would especially welcome people who would enjoy first aid volunteering, organising activities and drivers. We have groups in Ollerton, Kirkby in Ashfield, Derby Young Strokes and Leicester Young Stroke groups.
If you are interested in any of these roles or any aspect of volunteering, sue.lewindon@stroke.org.uk on 0115 871 2460.
Volunteer Collectors
We are now recruiting Volunteers Collectors to join us at the Challenge Stroke collection in Nottingham on Friday 9 March. If you are a student or recent graduate then The Stroke Association needs you! Email rag@stroke.org.uk or call Robbie on 020 7566 1512 to find out more.
Media volunteers
Our media volunteers help us by working with the media to raise awareness of stroke and The Stroke Association. To find out more email volunteer co-ordinator Lucie Riches.
