MHA Communities provides support and friendship to older people, living in their own homes across Hampshire, to help maintain independence, improve well-being, encourage inclusion and reduce isolation. Our primary aim is to help local older people to live later life well and we do this with the support of volunteers from the local community. MHA Communities is part of MHA which has been providing care, accommodation and support services to older people for over 75 years across the country. We are one of the most well-respected care providers in the sector and amongst the largest charities in Britain.

MHA Communities operates across the whole of Hampshire so no matter where you are located we provide services in your area and welcome volunteer support. Volunteer roles include:

Befriender (at home or telephone)

Driver (Mini-bus or car)

Driver Escort

Shopper

Club Helper

Kitchen Aid

Exercise Assistant

Admin Support

Fundraiser

Committee Member

Whatever your background, interests or experience we can find a role suited to you, whether you can spare an hour a month or two hours a day we welcome your support. All volunteers are provided with relevant training, expenses are paid and DBS are provided free of charge where needed.

For more information about your local scheme and to find out what roles are available in your area please contact:

hampshire@mha.org.uk

Call 01962 890995 or alternatively you can apply via our website www.mha.org.uk/get-involved/volunteering/