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Volunteering Opportunities at a Care Home
Our volunteers are a valuable asset to our homes and care teams. They help enrich residents' lives and stay connected to their communities. Volunteers come from diverse backgrounds, including school children and retired professionals, all contributing to our vibrant community.
We are a not-for-profit organization specializing in care homes for the elderly across England and Scotland, with 18 services in Scotland providing tailored care for various needs.
Care homes include:
Glenfairn House Care Home – Ayr
Queens Care Home – Prestwick
Howard House Care Home – Kilmarnock
Kintyre House Care Home – Invergordon
Mull Hall Care Home – Invergordon
Millport Care Centre – Ayrshire
Birch House Care Home – Aberdeenshire
Park Lodge Care Home – Aberdeenshire
Pitcairn Lodge Nursing Home – Aberdeenshire
The Meadows Care Home – Dornoch
Tyneholm Stables Care Home – East Lothian
Westwood House Care Home – East Kilbride
Forefaulds Care Home – Lanarkshire
Abercorn House Care Home – Lanarkshire
Camilla House Care Home – Edinburgh
Bridge View House Care Home – Dundee
Allanbank Care Home – Dumfries
If you're interested in volunteering at our care homes, opportunities are available during weekdays or weekends, daytime or early evening. The locations are accessible by foot, bus, car, and train.
Travel Expenses
Volunteers may need to travel to different locations. Travel expenses are reimbursed in line with the Travel and Subsistence Group Procedure. Each home may cover travel from the volunteer's home to the care home as a goodwill gesture. We aim to be mindful of financial situations, so please discuss any concerns with your supervisor.
Support
Taster
Restrictions
Minimum age: 14
PVG checks and references are required for some roles.
Availability
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Available times include morning, afternoon, and evening.
Frequency & Commitment
Flexible
Volunteers aged 14-25 can claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity. Find out more
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