Why I Volunteer: Nothing beats the feeling of making a difference to someone’s day
Barbara James is a circle facilitator with Equal Futures
Why I Volunteer: My IT know-how helps others use new technology
ABILITYNET offers IT support to anyone over 55, or those with a disability, in their own home at a time that suits them. The support can cover anything from learning how to use a new application/software, starting to use a computer for the first time or even looking into ways technology can make everyday life easier.
Why I Volunteer: Bargains, gossip and retail therapy are a magic mix
Christine Sloan volunteers for Letham Climate Challenge
Why I Volunteer: Our spare room is open to young people in crisis
Ian Hamilton and his partner Clare are volunteer hosts for the Nightstop project run by Simon Community Scotland
Why I Volunteer: I’m proud to raise awareness of epilepsy
MY partner Grant was diagnosed with epilepsy around four years ago when he was just 19 years old – this diagnosis dramatically changed his life overnight. Epilepsy Scotland has been so supportive from day one, providing us with information leaflets, online advice and seizure warning cards. It was always really good to know, if we were ever unsure of something, that Epilepsy Scotland would be at the other side of the phone.
Why I Volunteer: No two shifts are the same when you support people at court
Shirley Thomson volunteers with The Listening Service
Why I Volunteer: The trees which I help plant could grow for hundreds of years
Nigel Carr volunteers for Little Assynt Tree Nursery, Coigach & Assynt Living Landscape
Why I Volunteer: It’s so satisfying bringing the news to blind people
Bill Marwick volunteers for Cue and Review Recording Service
Why I volunteer: My Brownies are passionate about saving the planet
Mairi Gordon is a Girlguiding Scotland volunteer and a leader with the 76th City of Edinburgh Brownies.
