For Volunteers

I you would like to volunteer for Families in Care please get in touch, and we will be happy to discuss your options!

Volunteering - what do I need to know?

If you consider or have just started volunteeringopportunity, here you will find a selection of Information Sheets to help answer many of the questions you might have.

From Volunteering England.

Go to Volunteering England here

DBS checks, protection and safeguarding

As a volunteer you will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check. Here you will find some basic information - contact Families in Care if you have more questions.

DBS important information

DBS Information Sheets

Taking care of yourself

Volunteering can be a way to manage stress, but at the same time can be very demanding. Here you will find some interesting articles and tips how to manage stress.

Nicholas Joseph article - volunteering increases health and happiness

How to relax - from strictly stress management