Age Concern Hampshire is seeking dedicated volunteers to support the expansion of its community social groups. Volunteers play a crucial role in facilitating activities, providing companionship, and creating a welcoming environment for participants. Those interested in making a positive impact to communities in Overton, Whitchurch, Brookvale and Brighton Hill should get in touch by calling Kate Harrison on 07501 553230 or by visiting the website for more information: https://www.ageconcernhampshire.org.uk/job/basingstoke-social-group-volunteer-sng/
Each social group offers a variety of engaging activities designed to promote movement, social interaction and mental stimulation with weekly activities include games, entertainment sessions and informative talks. These activities create a supportive environment where individuals can share knowledge, experiences, and mutual interests, all while building connections and developing new friendships to improve their overall health and wellbeing.
Kate Harrison, the Volunteer Coordinator at Age Concern Hampshire, emphasised the importance of volunteers to the success of their new social groups. She stated, “Volunteers are essential in leading activities, offering companionship, and creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere for participants. We encourage anyone eager to make a positive difference to consider joining our volunteer team.”
The new social groups have been established thanks to funding from the housing association SNG (Sovereign Network Group) which is acting as an ambassador and match funder of the Hampshire Active Health Programme, the charity will support communities by launching new groups for residents of SNG accommodation in Overton, Whitchurch, Brookvale and Brighton Hill in Basingstoke. These new groups will operate alongside existing social groups in Basingstoke, specifically South Ham, Winklebury, Popley and Kingsclere.
