Volunteering

Many people use their free time to help other people. This makes a difference and is a great opportunity to get out and meet new people.

Voluntary Action (Chiltern & South Bucks)

Provide information and advice on voluntary opportunities. Also offer training. 
150 High Street, Chesham HP5 1EF, Tel 01494 793470

South Bucks Volunteer Bureau 

Central resource for information and training for volunteers and agencies. 
C/o St Andrews United Reformed Church, Packhorse Road, Gerrards Cross SL9 7QE Tel 01753 893793

Vale Volunteers 

Link members of the local community and charities with volunteers. Also run a supported volunteer initiative which helps those with additional support needs access volunteers.
Rycote Place, 30-38 Cambridge Street, Aylesbury, HP20 1RS, Tel. 01296 337456

Volunteer Focus

Provide a resource for both organisations needing voluntary help and volunteers. Promote volunteering through a newsletter, local radio broadcasts and annual recruitment fair.
11 Priory Road, High Wycombe HP13 6SL Tel: 01494 451700, email: wycombevb@volunteerfocus.org.uk

Age Concern Buckinghamshire 

Opportunities include visiting housebound people, providing practical help through driving, gardening or DIY, using office or cooking skills or supporting someone through bereavement.
145 Meadowcroft, Aylesbury, HP19 3HH, Tel. 01296 431127

REACH

Finds part-time "expenses only" jobs for retired business and professional people who want to use their skills to help voluntary organisations. The service is free and is available throughout the country. 
Tel 020 75826543

Alzheimer's Society - Buckinghamshire 

Opportunities for volunteers to visit people with dementia in their homes. Training and out of pocket expenses given. Regular support and meetings offered for befrienders.

Nicole Palmer, Dementia Support Worker, Alzheimer's Society, The Tower, 42 Wedgewood Street, Fairford Leys, Aylesbury, Bucks. HP19 7HL, 01296 331722