Support on offer
For Volunteers
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A variety of contact methods to suit each individual’s need, for example face to face discussions, email, telephone or letter.
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Guidance sessions tailored to the individual, including support around specific needs, such as mental health and physical or learning disabilities.
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Assistance in finding the right volunteering opportunity.
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Signposting to other organisations such as support groups, other volunteering agencies.
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Information on issues relating to volunteering such as: expenses; Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) checks and volunteering whilst claiming benefits.
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Information on training opportunities.
For organisations
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Recruitment, referral and signposting of potential volunteers who fit the profile of volunteering opportunities offered by organisations.
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Advice and support around good practice.
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Networking opportunities for volunteer involving organisations via the Newcastle Volunteering Forum.
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Information on and provision of training.
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Information on a variety of events organised locally, regionally and nationally such as Volunteers Week or Make a Difference Day.
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Promotion of volunteering through the media in all its forms.
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