By volunteering just a few hours each week you can transform the lives of young children and their parents in your community.
As a Home-Start volunteer you will support a family by visiting them at home for around two to three hours once a week.
No special qualifications are necessary to become a Home-Start volunteer, we welcome volunteers from all sections of the community.
Talking and listening can empower families to overcome their difficult situations. Volunteers are offered on-going training and support activities including specialist speakers and visits to family support services, as well as informal social gatherings.
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Volunteer Mentors needed to help young people to realise their full potential. Mentoring takes place in secondary schools in Middlesbrough, Newcastle or Sunderland. Must be over the age of 21 to take part.
To provide support for a blind or partially sighted person.
This flexible, micro-volunteering role is a great way to stand up for the countryside if you don’t have much time to spare! You’ll take quick and easy online actions to support our campaigns from home at a time that suits you.

