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Our volunteers are vital to the work that we do. You could make a huge difference to a blind veteran's life by volunteering with us.
It doesn't matter who you are, what you do or what skills you have. Even if you don't have much time to spare, you could change someone's life by volunteering for as little as a few hours a month.
There are so many ways to volunteer with Blind Veterans UK.
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You could provide crucial companionship by visiting an isolated blind veteran at home.
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You could drive a veteran in your community to essential appointments and social events.
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You could get involved with fundraising collections or help out at our events.
Every one of our volunteers plays a critical role in helping us rebuild lives after sight loss.
By becoming a volunteer with Blind Veterans UK, you'll be part of an amazing nationwide team who are changing lives every day. And you'll get a chance to make friends and learn new skills too.
We'll invest in you by providing training and development opportunities, and we'll reimburse you for out-of-pocket expenses such as travel costs.
Ken and Liam's story
Royal Air Force veteran Ken lost his sight due to age-related macular degeneration. He struggled to cope, but when he met volunteer Liam, things turned around.
Like many of the veterans we support, Ken was suffering from social isolation. We provided the training and equipment that Ken needed to live independently. And we connected him with our volunteer, Liam, who has had a profound impact on Ken's life. Watch the video to find out more about their story.
Volunteer roles
We have a wide range of roles available for volunteers. No matter where you live, what your interests are, or how much time you have to give, you can help us to support blind veterans. We have highlighted a few of our most in-demand roles below.
Our Home Visitors provide crucial social interaction for isolated and lonely blind veterans. You could pop around to a veteran in your community for a chat and a cup of tea, read them the news headlines, or head out for a walk together.
Drivers are essential to maintaining our blind veterans' independence, confidence and wellbeing. You'll help beneficiaries get out and about in their communities, and travel to social events and essential appointments.
Our Activities Helpers are based at our Centres of Wellbeing in Llandudno and Brighton. You'll help blind veterans take part in sports, art and entertainment activities, to ensure they get the most out of these sessions.
Our volunteer Fundraisers do everything from supporting us at large events to leading bucket collections on the high street. They are key to increasing our profile in the community and raising the vital funds we need to support our veterans.
"The blind veterans we help constantly remind us how much our support means to them, which makes it all worthwhile. The opportunity to brighten up someone’s day makes me proud to volunteer for Blind Veterans UK. It is a fantastic charity and joining is one of the best things I’ve ever done."
Volunteer
Meet our volunteers
Driver Jacque
Jacque helps isolated veterans get the interaction they need by driving them to social events.
Activities Helper Aileen
Aileen helps our beneficiaries take part in sports, arts and activities at our Centre of Wellbeing in Brighton.
Home Visitor Mia
Mia visits one of our blind veterans at home, providing crucial companionship and alleviating isolation.
Apply to become a volunteer
Volunteer for us and change a blind veteran's life. Apply today.
"Thank you to our volunteers for the support you give to the charity and our veterans. You bring a ray of sunshine into their lives through your support and they're deeply grateful, as are we. Thank you for the amazing work you continue to do on behalf of all our veterans"
Chief Executive Officer, Blind Veterans UK
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Whether you want to run a marathon or host a pub quiz, your fundraising efforts are vital to the work we do.
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