The skills I have gained from this trip arehugely valuable and I couldn’t help the tearswhen we left on Saturday. I cannot wait tovisit again in July before university. One wordto describe it would be unbelievable!

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Registered charity number 295072

For more information onvolunteering for VitaliseCall: 0303 303 0145Email: volunteer@vitalise.org.ukVisit: www.vitalise.org.uk

QUICKFACTSabout volunteeringwith Vitalise

FACT 386% of our volunteers are aged 25 oryounger. In a recent Vitalise survey, 9out of 10 respondents aged 16-25 saidthat volunteering had left them feelingmore confident and well-rounded.

Gain transferrable skills, increase employmentopportunities, make new friends and change a life

Volunteer with Vitalise

0303 303 0145volunteer@vitalise.org.ukwww.vitalise.org.uk

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FACT 1We run the largest residential

volunteer programme of any UK

charity, welcoming 2,000 volunteers to

our centres annually. Collectively,

volunteers give over 4,000 weeks of

their time to helping us every year.

FACT 2Our volunteers come from all walks oflife and all over the world. Not only isvolunteering a truly rewardingexperience; it is also a chance to makea diverse and yet like-minded group ofnew friends.

FACT 4Volunteering for Vitalise won't cost you

a penny! As we are a charity, however,

we are always keen to encourage

volunteers to raise funds. This ensures

our vital work can continue, so we will

gladly offer ideas and support if you’d

like to help us in this way too.

Who are we and what do we do?Vitalise is a charity which has beenproviding respite holidays for peoplewith physical disabilities and theircarers for over 50 years. Our guestsrange from people who spend most oftheir lives in care homes to familycarers who very rarely get time to relax.Our centres give our guests the chanceto have a break, receiving the care andsupport they need with the addedextras of excursions, activities andevening entertainment.

A Vitalise break is all about enjoyingnew experiences and creating long-lasting memories and friendships withother guests, staff and, of course, ourarmy of volunteers! We provide:• A unique, fun-filled holiday

environment• An exciting range of trips to local

tourist attractions• A full programme of in-centre

entertainment covering themes from Murder Mystery to Music Legends

What can you do?Volunteers are absolutely crucial tocreating the Vitalise magic and wesimply couldn't do what we do withoutthem.

Where can youvolunteer?Our centres are atthree locationsacross the UK:

Vitalise SandpipersSouthport,MerseysideOur Northern centreoverlooks a beautifullake and is withineasy reach of some ofthe country's best-loved cities.

Vitalise Netley Waterside HouseSouthampton,HampshireA perfect settingwhich boastsgorgeous views of theSolent and wonderfullandscaped gardens.

Vitalise JubileeLodgeChigwell, EssexIdeally located withinthe Essex countrysidewith easy access toLondon and all itsattractions.

The atmosphere is infectious. It’s a chance to try newand exciting things and meet new people from all over theworld. But the icing on the cake is in giving my time forsuch a great cause and helping others to achieve all thegoals. You give, but you get so much back in return. Youcome away feeling tired, saddened at parting company,but already planning when you can come again.Kath Bamping, volunteer since 1997

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“ Get in touchFor more information and to arrange your volunteering experience call 0303 303 0145 or email volunteer@vitalise.org.ukThank you for your interest so far and we look forward to hearing from you soon!

What do you get?Being a residential volunteer at aVitalise centre is a life alteringexperience. As well as memories totreasure forever, we also cover youraccommodation, food and travel coststo and from the centre (up to anagreed annual limit). There is plenty ofpersonal support provided by staff tooto make sure you get the most fromyour experience.

You can spend anything from a week to sixmonths making sure our guests have aholiday to remember. During this time, youwill stay at the centre and complete adiverse range of duties alongside yourfellow volunteers and Vitalise staff.

You may be asked to help with kitchen/domestic tasks or guests' basic personalneeds such as dressing (outer clothing),brushing hair and teeth, and applyingcosmetics. The single most importantaspect of volunteering, however, issocialising with guests - enjoying theholiday with them and providing that all-important human contact - simplecompanionship, a helping hand, a friend totalk to.