VSB Volunteer Centre, Fermanagh
Volunteering is "the commitment of time and energy by individuals for the benefit of the community. It is undertaken freely and by choice and without personal financial gain"
New Volunteer Opportunities
The Volunteer Centre Fermanagh is part of the VSB which has over 40 years experience providing the infrastructure to support, encourage and promote citizenship and participation through voluntary activity.
The Volunteer Centre is based in Fermanagh House which is in the heart of the local community and is home to many organisations.
Maeve Donaghy from the North West manages the office recruiting, matching and promoting volunteer opportunities, and match local people to local need.
The Volunteer Centre Fermanagh is committed to equal opportunities and believe that volunteering should be open to everyone. We endeavour to enable participation by socially excluded groups and work with volunteers with specific support needs: the unemployed, people in receipt of benefits, disabled people, young people and the over 55s. Volunteering has many benefits; volunteering offers the potential to maintain skills, development of new skills, increase your confidence, improve your health and enhance your CV or UCAS forms. Overall, the chance to become involved in your community and improve your community!
How to get involved
CONTACT Maeve by dropping in, emailing or phone and register with the Volunteer Centre. Registration is free and as a member we help find your ideal volunteering role and give you advice, free training and support to make sure you get the most from your time as a volunteer.
If you are already volunteering and not registered with the Volunteer Centre, register with us to benefit from the free training and monthly newsletters.
If you would like more information, whether you are interested in finding out more about volunteering or, are a voluntary or community group interested in the services we provide please CONTACT us.
Download:
FERMANAGH VOLUNTEER CENTRE'S NEWSLETTER
Transport Buddying Service
DO YOU HAVE SOME FREE TIME?
WOULD YOU LIKE TO HELP PEOPLE LIVING IN YOUR COMMUNITY?
VSB in conjunction with the Department for Regional Development, are piloting a buddying scheme to encourage people to use the Door to Door transport service.
The project will initially be delivered in the Dungannon and Strabane areas.
Transport Buddies are required to help isolated older people and adults who have difficulties accessing public transport to avail of the Door to Door service and participate in their local community. Examples of typical journeys would be to lunch / social clubs, doctor’s appointments or a weekly shopping trip. The aim is that the client will build their confidence to the point where they can travel independently.
VSB is also keen to hear from you if would like to use the service or if you know of a family member, friend or neighbour who could benefit from this type of support.
VSB is looking for volunteers who can spare a couple of hours a week to help make this valuable scheme a success. As a volunteer you will have the opportunity to gain accredited and free training in Passenger Assistance, Disability Awareness and First Aid.
The scheme coordinator will guide you through the training process and provide ongoing support. Volunteers travel and out of pocket expenses will be provided. This is a great way to gain valuable skills, meet new people and give something back to your local community.
To register your interest please e-mail: jill@vsb.org.uk
Or for further information please contact Jill Hunter
Telephone: 07974 610 120 or Text : BUDDY to receive a call back
VSB, Buddy Service PO Box 331 Bangor BT20 9DN
