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Kingston University Students’ Union,
Penrhyn Road,
Kingston upon Thames,
Surrey,
KT1 2EE

Tel: 020 8417 2868
Fax: 020 8417 2862

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British Red Cross Next Steps Scheme
The British Red Cross are well known for their overseas aid work in disaster areas or war zones, but they also support individuals in crisis in the UK, supporting them until the crisis is past and helping them recover. Often this is in relation to health and wellbeing problems. They’re looking for volunteers to get involved with their “Next Steps” scheme. Returning home from hospital can be difficult, particularly if you live alone. The Next Steps scheme trains volunteers to help people who have just visited the A&E department at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital– whether they’ve visited because of a broken leg, age-related illnesses or long-term mental health problems. They’re looking for reliable, flexible, friendly volunteers who can talk to people and put them at their ease, and who have a genuine interest in health care. Volunteers will:
· Accompany people home from hospital and provide reassurance
· Befriend them and keep them company
· Provide basic support like shopping or cooking meals
· Assist with basic medical needs, reminding people to take their medication or help administer eye drops
· Listen to people’s needs and refer them to other services if necessary, like libraries, day centres or leisure activities.
When: any time (morning, afternoon or early evening), any day of the week (volunteers put themselves on a rota to be “on call”)
Where: in individual’s homes in the Chelsea and Westminster area
Contact: Alex (a.britton@kingston.ac.uk) for more information.
Kingston Advocacy Group Appropriate Adult Scheme
The Appropriate Adult Scheme supports young people or individuals with mental health problems and/or learning disabilities who have been taken into police custody. Advocates sit in with the individual being interviewed, ensuring that they're fully aware of what is taking place, and that their youth/disability isn't being used against them.
When: Any time, usually evenings up until 11pm- volunteers sign up to a rota to put themselves 'on call' for at least 2 sessions per month, then are contacted if required. Minimum commitment of 12 months after  the 6 week training period.
Where: Kingston Police Station.
Please note that volunteers must live within 30 mintes' travelling time of Kingston Police Station.
For more information contact
Please note that a 12 month continuous commitment is required for this opportunity. As a result unfortunately no final-year students can take part

Age Concern- Raleigh House
Raleigh House is a friendly, welcoming day centre run by Age Concern. Older people from across the Borough come every day to have lunch, chat and take part activities such as book readings, discussion, games and crafts. Volunteers are needed to help with lunches, chat to residents and to help plan and run activities.
When: about once a week for 4 hours+, any weekday between 9am and 4pm. Help would particularly be welcomed at lunchtimes and early afternoons. 
Where: New Malden
For more information contact Alex 

 

 

Bedelsford School 
Bedelsford School provides a stimulating environment for pupils aged 2 - 19 years with a wide range of physical disabilities and a variety of complex needs. Founded in 1905, the school has evolved to meet the changing needs of children who require a range of therapies alongside their education. The school caters for pupils with profound and multiple learning disabilities as well as those who need expert medical support, physiotherapy, hydrotherapy, speech and language teaching and occupational therapy. There are a range of ways that volunteers can get
involved at this lovely school. You can provide support with classroom based activities, sports lessons, school productions and swimming trips. Anyone who could run specialist activities like photography or hair and make up sessions would be welcomed. When: during school hours (9am-3pm), morning and afternoon timse vary for Primary and Secondary classes
Where: Kingston, close to Knights Park campus
For more information contact Alex 
 
 
 
 St. John Ambulance
 
St. John Ambulance is a nationwide organisation providing first aid training and first aid treatment for the public at large events such as festivals, football matches and carnivals, or smaller ones like open days and sponsered walks. Our local unit help at everything from the London Marathon to school fetes, and are trained to treat everything from heart attacks to blisters! 
When: meetings are weekly on Wednesday evenings 8-10pm, duties (going out to help the public) vary but many are at weekends. It can take a while to become a full member and get fully trained to go out on duty, so a 12 month minimum comitment is recommended.
Where: meetings in Kingston close to Penrhyn Road campus, duties can be anywhere across London or Surrey.
If you're already part of St John and want to find your local Branch, or it's entirely new to you, contact Alex
Please note: this opportunity is suitable for those interested in volunteering regularly with St John Amulance and helping the general public, it is not suitable for those simply seeking a first aid qualification. If you are a student volunteer you'll receive regular e-mails about the training we offer, including First Aid.

 

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