Benefits of volunteering


Volunteering can be…

A way of making a contribution to your community
  • a route into employment
  • a support for those with dependencies or mental health issues 

Volunteering helps develop…

  • confidence and self-esteem
  • communication and team-working skills

Volunteering provides opportunities to…

  • give something back to your community
  • make new friends and useful contacts with others
  • access training
  • gain qualifications
  • explore career options
  • demonstrate drive and initiative to prospective employers
  • acquire references

For older volunteers, in particular, volunteering can be the means to …

  • sustain physical health
  • stimulate the mind
Please select one of the links below to view a promotional video about Volunteering Highland
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