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RSVP
The Retired and Senior Volunteer Programme (RSVP) is a programme within Volunteering Matters that provides opportunities for people aged 50 and over to use their energy, enthusiasm and experience to improve the health and wellbeing of others, reduce social isolation and alleviate disadvantage in their communities.
Explore our content below or visit the project page.
Opportunity
Volunteer Knitter (Exmouth)
For individuals 50+, this is a knitting group in Exmouth creating items for local, national and international charities.
Opportunity
Walking Group Member (Liskeard)
For anyone 50+, a walking group for anyone who likes getting out and about in the Cornish landscape (although we sometimes stray into Devon).
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Telephone Befriender (Blaenau Gwent)
Become a Telephone Befriender and support older people (50+) living in Blaenau Gwent who are experiencing feelings of social isolation and loneliness.
Opportunity
RSVP Schools Volunteer (West of England)
Help support school pupils (mainly in primary, although occasionally in secondary, schools) with their learning in the West of England.
Project
Sporting Chance Stockton
This project is aimed at men aged 50+ in Stockton-on-Tees who are looking to enhance their health and wellbeing, or get involved in a range of social groups or activities.
Blog
Standing shoulder to shoulder with volunteers across the UK
Hear from Rosemary, a volunteer for the RSVP (Retired and Senior Volunteers Programme) at Volunteering Matters for nearly eight years.
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Walk Leader (Stirling & Clackmannanshire)
For people aged 50+, our walk schedule encourages people to participate in our popular weekly walks in Stirling and the surrounding area.
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Walking Group Member (Stirling & Clackmannanshire)
For people 50+, the RSVP Forth Valley walk programme encourages people to participate in our weekly walks in Stirling and Clackmannanshire.
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Schools Volunteer (Forth Valley)
For people aged 50+, volunteers support school pupils with their learning on a 1:1 basis, and in small groups, helping students with confidence, social schools, and capability in school.
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Knitting Group Volunteer (Forth Valley)
Older people in Stirling and Clackmannanshire knit items for local charities and other good causes.
