The Power of Giving Back: Mental Health Benefits of Volunteering
Every year people from all walks of life around the UK take time to volunteer and make a huge difference to their communities. To learn more and get inspired, read Steve’s story below. My name is Steve*. I am 46 years old and I have spent the majority of my working life as a Delivery […]
Volunteering Stories | Jo’s Story: Volunteering in retirement
What are you going to do with all that free time was a question I was often asked by colleagues just before I took early retirement. I shall do lots of volunteering was always part of my reply but at that stage I had given little thought as to what I could volunteer to do. […]
Volunteering Stories | The start of a volunteering journey
Every year people from all walks of life around the UK take time to volunteer and make a huge difference to their communities. To learn more and get inspired, read Ayesha’s story below. Ayesha first met Rugby Volunteer Coordinator, Amy, in April at a DWP Jobs Fair. She was looking to gain experience working with […]
Volunteering Stories | Keeping my mental health on track through volunteering
Michelle joined Growbaby Nuneaton as a volunteer, taking on the vital role of sorting clothing and equipment to support families and health professionals visiting Manor Court Baptist Church. However, her journey to volunteering was more than just a step into community service – it was a personal step toward improving her mental health and well-being. […]
Volunteering Stories | The therapeutic power of volunteering
Every year people from all walks of life around the UK take time to volunteer and make a huge difference to their communities. To learn more and get inspired, read Ava’s story below. Ava* is a young woman who has been on long term sick from work due to severe anxiety and depression. She was […]
Volunteering Stories | Empowering Ukrainian guests to rebuild their lives
Sofia* who has recently arrived from Ukraine was referred to Warwickshire & Solihull CAVA by a Job Coach at Stratford Job Centre, as she wanted to do something useful, meet people, and learn English. Our Stratford District Volunteer Coordinator, Karen, suggested three local roles; one in a charity shop sorting out clothes, one in a […]
Volunteering Stories | Matt’s Story: A cause close to my heart
Every year people from all walks of life around the UK take time to volunteer and make a huge difference to their communities. To learn more and get inspired, read Matt’s story below. Matt – Volunteer Retail Assistant at Sense Charity Shop in Rugby. Sense is a charitable organisation based in the U.K. The charity […]
Volunteering Stories | Judith’s Story: The best part is feeling that I’m connected to the local community
Every year people from all walks of life around the UK take time to volunteer and make a huge difference to their communities. To learn more and get inspired, read Judith’s story below. After being a full-time carer for five years, I then decided that I needed to do something interesting that would also give […]
Volunteering Stories | Time Well Spent: Employer-Supported Volunteering
Every year people from all walks of life around the UK take time to volunteer and make a huge difference to their communities. To learn more and get inspired, please read story below. North Warwickshire – WCC Staff Volunteering Day. Michelle Titchener, Facilities Manager Team Lead Central contacted Warwickshire & Solihull CAVA to explore volunteering […]
Volunteering Stories | Laura’s story: Healing Through Art
Every year people from all walks of life around the UK take time to volunteer and make a huge difference to their communities. To learn more and get inspired, read Laura’s story below. Laura attended a volunteer appointment with Tina Wragg – Volunteering Coordinator at The Newtown Centre in Nuneaton with her support worker. She […]