Volunteering with The Society
Why do it?
For lots of good reasons:
- Meet people
- Have fun
- Help others and feel useful
- Do something different
- Gain new experiences
- Build self confidence
- Learn new skills
- Contribute to a worthwhile cause
What help do we need?
The Society has a range of volunteering opportunities available:
Befrienders Provide friendship and support on a regular basis to someone with a vision impairment in their home in the Bury area - chat, have a laugh, perhaps do something for them.
Or, do the same but at the Society's home: our coffee lounge is open 5 days/week for members to drop in.
Or, telebefrienders: regularly chat but on the phone
Help in the Drop in Centre Meet and greet visitors make them a drink, have a chat read them Society information and notices.
Delivering Radios Deliver and demonstrate approved radios provided by British Wireless for the Blind Fund.
Making Craft Items for Sale Making birthday cards, Easter egg wraps, exotic wrappings for raffle prizes etc.
Board Members We are always looking for people with specific skills to be on the Board of Directors to develop the Society
Drivers Taking members to an event and then back again afterwards
Help in Fund Raising Helping run a craft/second hand goods stall, gift wrapping in the Millgate, or collecting at supermarkets, or organising events
Help with Audio Newsletter Have you got a good reading voice? Or help copy and send out cassettes.
Wearing our Puppy Mascot Always popular when we have events
New Volunteer Opportunity!
Information and Support Champion - The aim of the role and training is to provide volunteers with the relevant skills, knowledge and abilities to enable them to volunteer with confidence as an Information and Support Champion. The role will entail volunteers manning an Information and Help Desk at various venues around the Borough, giving information on and taking referrals for Bury Blind Society and associated services.
Initial funding for this role is provided by the European Social Fund and the Skills Funding Agency.
Information and Support Champion
How much do I give?
It's up to you! Most people start by volunteering two or three hours a week. You can always add more later.
How do I get started?
Download and complete the Volunteer Application Form:
Return your completed form by email to isupport@buryblindsociety.org or by post to the Society's address (below).
For more information contact us at the Sight Loss Centre on 0161 763 7014 and ask for a chat with our Volunteer Liaison - Lynne Guffogg.
It's as easy as that!
