“There’s so much to gain and nothing to lose.”
Glen started volunteering when the COVID-19 pandemic hit and fell in love with the flexibility of the programme and how easy it was to give his time. His preferred volunteer activities are Stewarding and Telephone Support.
"The number of clients who say ‘thank you’ is unbelievable - it brings tears to your eyes. People really mean it, and it’s incredibly rewarding.
“Volunteer Responders is so flexible and because it doesn’t require a long-term commitment, you can just give it a go and see if it’s for you. The flexibility means you can volunteer in a way that suits you - there’s so much to gain and nothing to lose.”
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Page last reviewed: 07 April 2025
