North Walsham Volunteer Showcase
Promoting volunteering in the North Walsham area for people of all ages
Date: June 2025
The aim and activities of organisation: Restore and conserve North Norfolk’s historic canal.
Contact details for potential volunteers to find out more: Sue Kirrage chair@nwdct.org
[Read more…] about Name of Organisation: North Walsham and Dilham Canal Trust – Wildlife officerName of Organisation: North Walsham Community Network Date: May 2025
The aim and activities of organisation: To improve the wellbeing, health, and personal development of individuals in and around North Walsham.
We connect local people and organisations to build a stronger, healthier, and more connected community.
Contact details for potential volunteers to find out more: northwalshamcommunitycontact@gmail.com
[Read more…] about North Walsham Community Network – FundraiserName of Organisation: North Walsham Community Network Date: May 2025
The aim and activities of organisation: We aim to improve the wellbeing, health, and personal development of individuals in and around North Walsham.
We connect local people and organisations to build a stronger, healthier, and more connected community.
Contact details for potential volunteers to find out more: northwalshamcommunitycontact@gmail.com
[Read more…] about North Walsham Community Network – Website and social media volunteerRole description – To make visits to an older person (or persons) in Norfolk to teach them how to use a device so that can get better connected and do things online shopping and banking.
Minimum time commitment & flexibility – Flexible as it maybe once a week or once a month depending on the client but must be between Mon-Fri 10-4pm.
Any specific skills or experience required – Good communication skills. • An ability to talk through how to use a tablet/iPad from basic usage (turning on the tablet and answering a video call) to responding to emails and online shopping. • Reliability and trustworthiness. • Ability to work on own initiative. • A positive and cheerful outlook.
All roles require DBS check.
One off volunteer taster/ drop-ins available – No.
Training offered and skills development potential – Training and ongoing support is provided. Level of training will depend on the volunteer role. Contact us for more information. Expenses, such as the cost of mileage and phone calls are paid for.
Other information: Volunteering is a great way to give back to your local community and make a difference in people’s lives. Without the help and support of our incredible volunteers, we would not be able to help as many people as we do.
Role description – To help an older person manage and improve their financial wellbeing through structured support in budgeting, banking, benefits, and paperwork organisation.
Minimum time commitment & flexibility – Flexible as it maybe once a week or once a month depending on the client but must be between Mon-Fri 10-4pm.
Any specific skills or experience required – Ability to process information from various sources (calls, emails, documents). Clear and accurate note-taking. Confidence in assisting with forms and correspondence. Problem-solving and solution-oriented thinking. Commitment to equal opportunities and understanding of challenges faced by older people. Strong listening and communication skills. Empathy and patience All roles require DBS check
One off volunteer taster/ drop-ins available – No.
Training offered and skills development potential – Training and ongoing support is provided. Level of training will depend on the volunteer role. Contact us for more information. Expenses, such as the cost of mileage and phone calls are paid for.
Other information: Volunteering is a great way to give back to your local community and make a difference in people’s lives. Without the help and support of our incredible volunteers, we would not be able to help as many people as we do.
