Richmond Good Neighbours - Volunteers

Volunteers

Volunteers

Volunteers

Volunteers

Who are our volunteers?

They are local residents just like you. They shop for those who can no longer do it for themselves. They pick up clients and accompany them to hospital or a doctor’s appointment, staying with them if they need moral support or a second pair of ears. They drive them to social events, or simply meet them for a cup of tea and a chat or even take them to the theatre or cinema. Some of these activities that we take for granted can be a huge challenge for those who are elderly, isolated or disabled.

CLICK HERE to read a blog post our volunteer Danielle Jacques wrote for LBRUT on her experiences volunteering during lockdown.

What sort of time commitment would volunteering require?

We understand that you are busy, but unlike other volunteering roles we don’t need any regular commitment. You can help once a week, once a month, whenever you want. We can promise that volunteering with us is rewarding, interesting and life-affirming.

To be a volunteer driver you need a UK driving licence, comprehensive insurance and a car suitable for transporting elderly clients. Mileage can be claimed at 40 pence per mile.

All our volunteers are required to be checked by the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Interested?

To find out more about us and how you could help, please contact Anne Speak on 020 3538 4060 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

You can download an application form here.

It would be helpful if you could complete the form and then call 020 3538 4060 to arrange a mutually convenient time to come in and meet with us. It is RGN policy to carry out DBS checks for all volunteers.  Therefore, when you come into the office, please can you bring with you three of the following:

• Passport
• Photo Driving Licence    
• A recent utility bill (dated within the last three months)
• Council Tax Bill
• A bank statement or credit card bill (dated within the last three months)
• A letter from central government or government agency (dated within the last three months)
• Marriage certificate (dated within 12 months of the marriage)
• Birth certificate (dated within 12 months of the birth)

NB: One item must provide photo ID and one must provide proof of your current address!

We look forward to meeting you. Meanwhile, if you have not already done so, you might like to explore our website www.richmondgoodneighbours.org.uk as this gives additional information about the charity.