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Volunteering Opportunity: VO104238

  • Outings Companion (Shopping) Levenmouth
    with Blind Veterans UK (Fife).

    Created/last updated: 09/10/2025


    About this opportunity:Can you spare a couple of hours a week to brighten someone's day? Community volunteers for Blind Veterans UK provide crucial social interaction for our veterans who can often feel isolated or lonely
     •  Blind Veterans UK is looking for a friendly, reliable volunteer to support a veteran in Leven with weekly trips to the local shops to get the essentials in
     •  They would enjoy having a volunteer who is also able to break the trip up by having a cup of hot chocolate and a chat
     •  Volunteers must be over the age of 18, be able to use their own vehicle to transport the veteran and have held their driving licence for 2+ years
     •  You will be fully trained and supported so you feel comfortable and confident in your volunteering
     •  Although you will be volunteering in the community independently, your manager is only a phone call away to support you
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    Takes place:
    morningsafternoonsevenings
    Mondays
    Tuesdays
    Wednesdays
    Thursdays
    Fridays
    Saturdays
    Sundays
    Minimum age:18
    Maximum age:100
    Training provided:Induction includes a history of the charity, professional boundaries, sight-loss awareness, GDPR and our online platform. On-going training available through our online platform and through ad hoc training opportunities.
    Out of pocket expenses paid?
    Yes - You will be reimbursed for light refreshments and for your mileage to and from your home to the member's house as well as for miles travelled out with the member.

    Experience required:Volunteers should be reliable and punctual for the veterans. You must also have your own car and a clean driving licence. Reliability & Punctuality. The role involves regular social interaction, so warmth and good communication are key.

    Restrictions on who can volunteer
    Volunteers must have held a valid drivers license for 2 years.

    Application process:Application Form; Induction/Training; Interview; PVG membership required; References

    Taster available?No, not for this opportunity.

    Travel DetailsLeven. Volunteers must have their own car and be able to drive to collect the veteran and take them to the shops.

    Saltire AwardThis opportunity is compatible with the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12-25.