Volunteering

We have found that volunteering provides several benefits to our clients, including increased self-esteem and independence. Check out our full blog or our care home case study.

Not only does volunteering benefit the volunteers, but for the organisations it can also bring fresh perspectives, enhance workplace culture, and contribute to business's growth and resilience:

Benefits of Welcoming Volunteers
• Enhance Your Team’s Diversity and Build Empathy
• Give Back to the Community with Lasting Social Impact
• Boost Team Morale and Engagement
• Contribute to the Development of Valuable Skills for Volunteers
• Expand Your Business’s Reputation and Reach

If you are interested in providing activities for some volunteers, even as a one-off, Oak Lodge will ensure you are supported every step of the way to ensure it is a great experience for volunteers and employers alike.

Receive Ongoing Support and Guidance from Oak Lodge
You won’t be alone in the process. Oak Lodge provides support to help businesses prepare for and work with volunteers effectively, ensuring a beneficial experience for both parties. This includes understanding the unique needs of each individual, finding suitable roles within your business, and ensuring volunteers have access to the necessary resources and support.

Any length of time within the working day will be considered, no matter how short, to suit your business.
This can be regular or a one-off.
Volunteers are constantly supervised by our trained staff either 1:1 or 2:1.
We conduct a risk assessment for each organisation and our public liability insurance covers our staff and clients while on your property.
We can match you with a volunteer who takes account of the tasks required and the volunteer’s abilities as well as your physical set (stairs etc).

Our aim is to have the maximum impact on clients and staff with minimum disruption to your business.

Getting Started with Oak Lodge

If you’re ready to make a difference and explore the opportunities available with Oak Lodge Day Centre, contact us to discuss potential volunteer roles in your business. Whether you’re a café owner, retailer, or run a local service, there are numerous ways to involve volunteers meaningfully. See below the places we can volunteer and the tasks our volunteers can do:

Tasks Volunteers Can Do:

Making Tea

Filing, shredding, laminating, scanning

Clear tables, wash up

Cleaning

Warehousing, moving, packing

Handing out/delivering flyers

Retail, shelf stacking, sorting stock/books

Dog walking, work with animals

Help out at elderly or toddler groups

Greeting visitors

Temporary Decorating for events

Collecting Surveys

Planting/Gardening/Watering

Collecting litter

Feeding animals

Suitable Locations

Hairdresser

Car Showroom

Dog walker/Animal Shelter

Factory

Community Centre

Care Home

Library

Food Hubs/Soup Kitchen

Theatres

Schools

Hospitals/Clinics

Community Fairs

Museum

Sporting Events

Parks

Animal Sanctuaries

Churches/Religious organisations

Youth Club

Gyms

Your business has the potential to be a place where adult learners not only gain skills but also experience the joy of being part of a supportive, welcoming environment. Embrace this opportunity to impact lives, foster community goodwill, and strengthen your workplace culture.

Together, we can create a more inclusive community.