South Ayrshire VOLUNTEERING VOLUNTEERING
S SpecialEditionNewsletter NEW OPPORTUNITIES INSIDE! CHARITY NO. SC028234
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Volunteer Highlight
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Ayr North
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Ayr South and the Villages
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Prestwick, Monkton and Symington
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Volunteer Highlight
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Troon and Surrounding Area
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Ballantrae, Barr, Barrhill, Colmonell, Dailly, Girvan, Lendalfoot, Pinmore, Pinwherry
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South Ayrshire
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Volunteer Highlight
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VOLUNTEER HIGHLIGHT
Who would you like to highlight and what
is their volunteer
role?
Gareth is a volunteer with South Ayrshire Council in the Town Centre Project and the Domain Youth Centre.
What impact has this volunteer had?
Gareth has actively contributed to the enhancement of a community centre utilised by various groups such as school pupils and mobility groups.
Gareth serves as a positive role model for everyone he works with, showcasing an exceptional work ethic and a consistently positive attitude. Gareth’s self-initiative is commendable, especially evident in his independent work on painting the community centre.
“South Ayrshire Council’s Thriving Communities
Employability Team have really helped me in a massive way both with employability and my family/home life. The support has helped me in ways I could never of imagined. My employability officer encouraging me to volunteer and helping me to find the volunteer role I enjoy and now want to pursue a career in has been life changing. I would like to thank Cariss for all her hard work and encouraging me to get to the stage I am at today. Also, Jamie for all his help while volunteering, building my confidence, motivating me, seeing the potential in me and allowing me to move forward with my life.” Gareth, Volunteer
Each issue, VASA would like to take the opportunity to highlight and celebrate a South Ayrshire individual volunteering in their community.
If you would like to highlight one of your volunteers, get in touch with Sarah Quinn at sarahq@vasa.scot
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AYRNORTH Page 4 Contact us on 0800 432 0510 to find out more Training and Expenses Provided Treasurer Wanted info@ayrshiretigers.co.uk Ayrshire Tigers Powerchair Football Club are lookin business experience to support our organisation wit FRIENDS TOGETHER EVENTS VOLUNTEERS Help us provide a friendly and inclusive space for 16-30 year olds with ASN by lending a hand with technical set-up or simply helping out at our social events. Heathfield Community Centre Events every 2nd Friday ENQ.UNIQUEFRIENDS@GMAIL.COM Support service-users to feel safe in their own communities and confident in navigating the court system. Service Delivery Volunteer 01292 266441 volunteers@victimsupportsco.org.uk As a support volunteer, you will make personal contact with people affected by crime, providing support at a time when they need it most. All necessary training will be provided for this role.
Page 5 Email volunteer@vasa.scot for more information about volunteering. Become a Team Volunteer and support Ayrshire families year-round! nb4cc2017@gmail.comemail us: nb4cc2017@gmail.com You don’t need specific skills for many of our roles. All we ask for is enthusiasm and a willingness to get involved. YouthWork VolunteersWanted admin@ayrark.co.uk Find us on our socials Enjoy working with young people? Want to gain more experience? Come volunteer with us! 01292 264 020 Rozelle Lodge, Ayr Every 2nd Wednesday 10.30am -2pm Volunteer outdoors with South Ayrshire Ranger Service to improve and protect South Ayrshire’s green spaces. Drink and biscuits provided, please bring lunch and suitable outdoor clothing. Ranger Service ranger.service@south-ayrshire.gov.uk Walk Leader Volunteers lindsay.johnson @south-ayrshire.gov.uk
Page 6 Contact us on 0800 432 0510 to find out more Laura Harrison Laura Harrison ahrwithlaura@gmail.com ahrwithlaura@gmail.com Volunteer Radio Presenter Got a love of music and enjoy a chat? We are looking for presenters to join us at Ayr Hospital Radio. No experience necessary. volunteer with 07766252311 enquire@srs-scio.org savingandrehomingstrays.org ALLAGES WELCOME Volunteer induction provided! Cadet Forces Adult Volunteers ayrseacadets@gmail.com 01292 288 962 The Foresters Hall, Ayr Whether it’s becoming a trained instructor or just lending a helping hand, your help is always welcome! “Volunteering has been life-changing for me.” Betty, Volunteer
Page 7 Email volunteer@vasa.scot for more information about volunteering. AYRSOUTH shelagh@allowaytunnel.onmicrosoft.com Tarbolton Community Council General Volunteer Participating in events Maintaining public spaces Supporting TCC members Contact Matthew McColm social@tarboltoncc.co.uk Retail Volunteer High Street, Ayr clare.scott@mariecurie.org.uk 07753 267 396 Volunteers aged 14+ Friendly & cheerful personalities 2 to 3 hours a week Admin Assistant Support us in creating one of Scotland’s largest murals by becoming an Admin Assistant with Alloway Railway Tunnel (ART).
Robert Burns Birthplace Museum Murdoch’s Lone, Alloway, Ayr KA7 4PQ burns@nts.org.uk 01292 443700 Make Every Day Matter Group Facilitator (Activities) allison.wright @key.org.uk Are you willing to share your skills, knowledge and talents with the people who use our services? Help us to develop our range of group and workshop activities in our central Ayr hub by becoming a volunteer! "Volunteering has given me opportunities and opened doors that I could have never imagined. It has allowed me to develop my confidence in working with people and provided me with experience and knowledge that I will carry throughout everything I do." Matthew, Volunteer
Page 9 Email volunteer@vasa.scot for more information about volunteering. Trustee for 18th Ayrshire Scout Group (St Columba) gsl@18thayrshire.org.uk SHOP VOLUNTEER Ask for an application in-store. 124 High Street, Ayr KA7 1PR 01292 264 205 volunteeropportunities@cancer.org.uk Ticket Desk Volunteers The Gaiety Front of House Volunteers amanda.nicol@ayrgaiety.co.uk Volunteer Theatre Technician 01292 288235
Page 10 Danielle Mullins, 01292 262634 danielle_mullins@shelter.org.uk High Street, Ayr, KA7 1QL Shop Volunteer Opportunities Under 16s need consent, minimum age 14. Shop Volunteer Sorting donations ayr@debra.org.uk Ayr Shop Volunteer 177-179 High Street Ayr, 01292 287159 ayr.shop@pdsa.org.uk TOP TIP Volunteering is one of the best ways to gain practical experience before applying for a job. Why not apply for one of the roles below to gain hands-on retail experience?
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Day care centre volunteer Walking volunteer Reception volunteer Leisure & social activities Gardening volunteer Team volunteering Volunteer befriender care@sanctuaryhousing.co.uk 01292 470 501 Register your interest Queens Care Home Prestwick KA9 1QL Prestwick Oval prestwickovaljuniors@parkrun.com Prestwick Oval, St Ninian’s Park, Prestwick KA9 1SP Every Sunday @9:30am Contact us to start your volunteering journey You could be organising the finish funnel, operating the timer, or scanning barcodes using the simple Virtual Volunteer app!
PRESTWICK
Page 12 Contact us on 0800 432 0510 to find out more 35 Main Street Prestwick KA9 1AD 01292 471222 prestwick7040@suerydercare.org Lead volunteer Back store volunteer Front of shop volunteer wendy.taylor@ssafa.org.uk Branch Fundraiser Caseworker Secretary Coffee & Chat Volunteer Pioneer Cafe, Monkton Community Church Hall Every Thursday 11am - 2pm 07983133596 Secretary Monkton Community Council aiden.mclean3@south-ayrshire.gov.uk VOLUNTEER SPORTS COACH/ASSISTANT Help us provide sport opportunities to young people and families in Prestwick!
VOLUNTEER HIGHLIGHT
Which volunteer-led project would you like to highlight?
Belmont Academy Intergenerational Event.
What impact has this project had?
The day was filled with activities and dialogues, bringing together over 70 individuals to participate in walking football matches, ‘new tech’ demonstrations, craft activities, a Trishaw demonstration from Cycling Without Age, and even enjoying a showcase of historic and retro items from local library collections.
The day ended with stimulating debates on ageism, a fun game of Beetle and a certificate of participation for everyone present. All young people at the event received a Saltire Award for their voluntary contribution to the day.
The Age Without Limits Action Day was an event which sought to contest the often adverse and stereotypical depiction of older individuals which can be prevalent in our society. Belmont Academy volunteers joined forces with South Ayrshire’s Ageing Well Champions Board to bring together a mix of over 50s and S2 pupils. Page 13
The event was a great success and fostered connections that might not have occurred otherwise thanks to the efforts of volunteers spanning various generations.
Each issue, VASA would like to take the opportunity to highlight and celebrate a South Ayrshire individual volunteering in their community.
If you would like to highlight one of your volunteers, get in touch with Sarah Quinn at sarahq@vasa.scot
Contact us on 0800 432 0510 to find out more
When?
Every last Sunday of the month 2pm to 4pm from April to September and 10am to 12pm from October to March. Meet us at the notice-board opposite the car park KA10 7ER.
Ideally wear bramble and nettle-proof clothing. Sturdy waterproof footwear are also advised. Gloves and tools provided.
Where? What to bring?
Friends OF FULLARTON Charity SCO46018 A LOCAL CHARITY DEDICATED TO THE CARE OF FULLARTON WOODS, TROON, FOR THE BENEFIT OF NATURE & PEOPLE. Fullarton
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Are you passionate about ending child hunger? For more information contact info@marysmeals.org “Volunteering is a fantastic opportunity to gain skills, meet people and help an organisation which is in dire need of help. I don’t think people realise how fun volunteering can be.” Julia,
Wood, Troon KA10
friendsoffullarton@gmail.com
Volunteer
Volunteer
Page 15 Contact us on 0800 432 0510 to find out more Shop Volunteer cancerresearchuk.org volunteeropportunities@cancer.org.uk 57, Portland Street, Troon KA10 6AA Askforan application instore 01292 318 772 South Beach Esplanade, South Beach, Troon KA10 6EJ troon@parkrun. com Own Car Required Minimum Age 25 Patient Transport Drivers irvineandtrooncancercare@yahoo.com
Page 16 Email volunteer@vasa.scot for more information about volunteering. EDUCATION VOLUNTEER We are currently looking for volunteers to help us with our youth groups, running our cafe, and tour guides. All training will be provided for any volunteers. Whether you are looking for experience to add to your CV or have some time to spare and would like to support our charity, now is the time to get involved! VOLUNTEER AT DUNDONALD CASTLE & VISITOR CENTRE info@dundonaldcastle.org.uk CAFE ASSISTANT VOLUNTEER TOUR GUIDE
MAYBOLE AND NORTH CARRICK Cafe and Shop Volunteer Needed Page 17 Contact us on 0800 432 0510 to find out more Be Involved Volunteer Discover the joy of growing fruit and vegetables, building and creating with members of the community garden, where everyone shares the work and the harvest. ccfg.grow@gmail.com 07454 006509 Dailly Road Maybole KA19 7AU 1ST CROSSHILL 1ST CROSSHILL 1ST CROSSHILL GUIDES GUIDES GUIDES commsadviser@ girlguidingayrshiresouth.org.uk Volunteers needed to help set up a new Brownie Unit!
Page 18 Email volunteer@vasa.scot for more information about volunteering. Promotions and Marketing Volunteer andrea.hutchison@carrickcentre.co.uk VOLUNTEER DRIVER EVENT ORGANISER MINIBUS DRIVER VOLUNTEER PHYSIOTHERAPIST ASSISTANT VOLUNTEER MATCH REPORTER carrickrugby@gmail.com
Page 19 Contact us on 0800 432 0510 to find out more GIRVAN AND SOUTH CARRICK Community First Aider Community First Responder 07397 971 937 girvansouthcarrickcfr@gmail.com Girvan and South Carrick First Responders Explore@GoGirvan.co.uk Girvan Town Ambassadors Friends of Hillcrest DAY TRIP VOLUNTEERS HILLCREST VOLUNTEERS VOLUNTEER MINIBUS DRIVERS
Girvan Prom Parkrun
Page 20 Email volunteer@vasa.scot for more information about volunteering. 16+ Pinwherry and Pinmore, and Dailly Community Funds Need You! Want to help make decisions on awarding grants that will benefit your local community? Do you live, work or volunteer in the locality? lindawest@foundationscotland.org.uk No specific skills required
Volunteers Timekeepers, FinishTokens,BarcodeScanners, Marshals,TailWalkers..... A free, weekly, timed 5k walk/jog/run at 9:30am every Saturday. Open to all ages and abilities. girvanprom@parkrun.com Girvan Prom Parkrun “If you have the time, if you have the capacity, it makes you feel good, it makes the people you help feel good and it’s of general benefit to the community that we live in.” South Ayrshire Volunteer
SOUTHAYRSHIRE
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Page 22 Email volunteer@vasa.scot for more information about volunteering. Got 20 minutes a week for a wee chat? Volunteer as a Telephone Befriender Calling all friendly voices! Voluntary Action South Ayrshire (VASA) are looking for volunteers to join our Telephone Befriending service to help those who are feeling isolated and lonely For more information, contact Jill Call: 0800 432 0510 Email: jill@vasa.scot "Just hearing my befriender's voice and her laugh makes me feel so much better" “Having someone to talk to just makes me feel someone cares” Your paragraph text The Boys’ Brigade are looking for volunteers over the age of 18 in Ayr, Alloway, Prestwick, Coylton, Troon and Girvan. Volunteers will help lead games and sporting activities for young people. https ext Contact support@boys-brigade.org.uk for more information
Page 23 Contact us on 0800 432 0510 to find out more htththdhg Lifeline Foster Carerr CaretHelp someone Help someone Help someone by providing a by providing a by providing a temporary temporary temporary home for their home for their home for their cat. cat. cat. lifelinescotland@cats.org.uk To create a world in which digital services are equally accessible to all Do you have a passion for technology? Could you support an older/disabled person to use technology? chris.grant@abilitynet.org.uk 18 years +
Page 24 Email volunteer@vasa.scot for more information about volunteering. VOLUNTEER BEFRIENDER Could you help someone who is lonely and socially isolated? For more information contact jbrown@hanover.scot
Page 25 Contact us on 0800 432 0510 to find out more volunteerrecruitment@redcross.org.uk Independent Living Volunteer Could you spare 4 hours per week to help someone leaving hospital? Can you drive/or are able to travel across Ayrshire? Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland are currently recruiting for friendly volunteers to help support individuals living with chest, heart and stroke conditions. Community Services Walk Leader Volunteer Community Service Support Volunteer For an informal chat about these roles contact alison.corbett@chss.org.uk
Page 26 Email volunteer@vasa.scot for more information about volunteering. Lisa Miller 01315 568 711 volunteer@stjohnscotland.org.uk Are you passionate about saving lives and sharing awareness of CPR in your community? As a St John Scotland CPR volunteer you can empower people of all ages, from all walks of life, with the skills they need to save someone’s life. CPR Champion volunteering@supportedscotland.org Befriending Volunteer Group Facilitator Volunteer Good Understanding of Mental Health Issues Overnight Support Volunteer Volunteer Companion Local Events Assistant Volunteer Board Members Trustees sralston.nodaayrshire@gmail.com
VOLUNTEER HIGHLIGHT
Who would you like to highlight and what is their volunteer role?
Barbara is a Lead Volunteer at the PDSA Charity Shop in Ayr.
What impact has this volunteer had?
Barbara has volunteered for the PDSA for nearly 18 years. She has worked her way up to becoming a lead volunteer which means she can do everything in the shop from opening to closing, cashing up, doing the banking, and being in charge of the other volunteers. She can also run the shop in the absence of the manager and the assistant manager. She is a great asset to the PDSA and without people like Barbara we could not run our shops.
“The things I enjoy about volunteering are meeting new people, getting back some self-confidence, gaining a new energy, and it’s helped me a lot through some very difficult times in my life. The team of people I volunteer with at the PDSA are great. My two sons have actually both started volunteering too since I have been doing it.”
Barbara, Volunteer
a South Ayrshire individual volunteering in their community.
If you would like to highlight one of your volunteers, get in touch with Sarah Quinn at sarahq@vasa.scot
Contact us on 0800 432 0510 to find out more
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