Volunteer With Us
Our Volunteering Opportunities
Why Volunteer With Us
Volunteering at Parkhaven Trust is about more than giving your time – it’s about making a genuine difference to the lives of older people and those living with dementia.
Our volunteers bring companionship, laughter, creativity and kindness to our residents and day centre attendees every day. Whether you’re sharing a hobby, leading an activity, helping in our beautiful gardens or simply spending time chatting with someone, your contribution helps create meaningful moments and enhances quality of life.
In return, you’ll become part of a friendly and supportive team, meet new people, develop new skills and experience the rewarding feeling of knowing you’ve made a positive impact in your local community.
We welcome volunteers from all backgrounds. Whether you have previous experience or are volunteering for the first time, if you’re warm, patient, reliable and enjoy helping others, we’d love to hear from you.
No matter how much time you can spare, every hour makes a difference.
- Why volunteer?
Why Volunteer?
Volunteering is one of the most rewarding ways to give back to your community. By sharing your time, skills and enthusiasm, you can make a lasting difference to someone else’s life while gaining valuable experiences of your own.
At Parkhaven Trust, our volunteers help create moments of joy, connection and companionship for older people and those living with dementia. Whether you’re sharing a conversation, supporting an activity or helping care for our beautiful grounds, your time helps make every day brighter.
Volunteering isn’t just about giving—it’s also about gaining. Many of our volunteers tell us they enjoy meeting new people, learning new skills, building confidence and experiencing the satisfaction that comes from making a positive impact.
Whether you’re retired, working part-time, studying, looking to gain experience, or simply want to make a difference in your local community, there’s a volunteer role for you.
Benefits of Volunteering
- Make a real difference to the lives of older people and people living with dementia.
- Meet new people and become part of a friendly, supportive team.
- Learn new skills and gain valuable experience.
- Improve your confidence and wellbeing.
- Share your hobbies, talents and interests with others.
- Give something back to your local community.
- Enhance your CV and develop skills for future employment.
- Enjoy flexible volunteering opportunities that fit around your lifestyle.
No matter how much time you can give, your contribution will be valued, appreciated and make a genuine difference.
- What can I do?
What Can I Do?
Whatever your skills, interests or experience, there’s a place for you at Parkhaven Trust.
Whether you enjoy being creative, spending time outdoors, sharing a hobby or simply having a friendly chat, volunteering is a wonderful way to make a positive difference to the lives of older people and those living with dementia.
Current volunteer opportunities include:
🎨 Arts & Crafts Volunteer
Support creative sessions, helping residents express themselves through painting, drawing, crafts and seasonal activities.
🍰 Baking Volunteer
Share your love of baking by helping residents make and decorate delicious treats while creating opportunities for conversation and reminiscence.
🎵 Music Volunteer
Sing, play an instrument or lead a sing-along to bring joy, stimulate memories and encourage social interaction.
🌼 Gardening & Grounds Maintenance Volunteer
Help care for our beautiful gardens and outdoor spaces so residents and visitors can enjoy them throughout the year.
Don’t See the Right Role?
If you have a skill, hobby or talent you’d like to share, we’d still love to hear from you. Whether it’s photography, knitting, reading, technology, quizzes, exercise, pet visits or something completely different, we’re always happy to explore new ideas that could benefit our residents and day centre attendees.
No matter how much time you can give, every volunteer makes a valuable contribution to life at Parkhaven Trust.
- How much time do I need to give?
We understand that everyone has different commitments, which is why we offer flexible volunteering opportunities to suit your availability.
Whether you can spare a couple of hours a month, a few hours each week or would like to volunteer more regularly, every contribution makes a real difference. Most of our volunteer roles involve around 2–4 hours per week, but we’re happy to discuss a schedule that works for you.
We’re looking for volunteers who can commit to volunteering on a regular basis where possible, as this helps us build meaningful relationships with our residents and provides consistency for the people we support. However, we know that life can be busy, and we’ll always work with you to find a volunteering pattern that fits around your work, family or other commitments.
Your time is valuable, and whether you volunteer weekly, fortnightly or monthly, you’ll be making a positive impact on the lives of older people and those living with dementia.
Flexible Volunteering
We offer opportunities that can fit around:
- Working full-time or part-time
- Retirement
- College or university studies
- Family and caring responsibilities
- Other volunteering commitments
If you’re unsure how much time you can commit, we’d be happy to have an informal chat and help you find the right role and schedule.
For further information or for an informal discussion about any of the above volunteering opportunities please get in touch.