Peter Claman - Community Connector (Supported Volunteering)
Phone (03) 471 6206
Mobile (027) 506 5703
Email svp@volunteersouth.org.nz
43 Princes Street
Dunedin Central
Dunedin
Otago 9016
Dunedin Community House
Level 1 - 43 Princes Street
Dunedin 9016
Volunteer South | Kaitūao o te Taitonga seeks to celebrate, support, and encourage volunteering in the Southern region by connecting people with local volunteering organisations.
The Supported Volunteering Programme | Tūao Awhina is designed for people who are struggling with mental health and isolation, or who generally have barriers to starting volunteering. We'll help the volunteer explore what's out there and aim to minimise barriers so they can get out in their community alongside other people doing meaningful mahi.
For more information on Volunteer South and the volunteer organisations they support, please see the Volunteer South website.
Peter Claman - Community Connector (Supported Volunteering)
The Supported Vounteering Programme is funded by Te Whatu Ora and is free to access.
Free
10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Tue – Fri | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
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Feel free to call 027 506 5703 or 03 471 6206 to speak with the Community Connector for Supported Volunteering, or email svp@volunteersouth.org.nz. Normal hours are 10am-4pm Tuesday to Friday - if you call and we're unavailable please leave a message and we will get back to you.
English
Supported Volunteering is designed for people who are struggling with social isolation and mental health, but you don't have to have a specific diagnosis in place to sign up. We know that if you're considering volunteering as a way of getting out into the community, it can be helpful to take some time to explore - and we're happy to support you on your volunteering journey. Here's how: 1. It’s About You We recognise everyone is different, so we're happy to go at your pace. To start off, we'll have a conversation to explore your interests and understand your needs. When you're feeling ready to volunteer, we'll suggest roles that might spark your passion. 2. Bridging the Gap We’ll act as a bridge between you and potential roles. We're happy to find answers to your questions and connect you to the people you're interested in volunteering with before you start something new. This helps to make it clear what you can expect from a role so you can feel confident before you commit. 3. Keeping in Touch We know that the first day in a new role is just the start of your volunteering journey, so we'll keep in touch with you as you volunteer. We'll talk about how the role is going, whether volunteering is helping you meet your goals, and whether you need to make any changes. If you need our help, we're here to support your decisions.
Mental health, Addictions - other
Community based support - other, Community based support - mental health
Dunedin - South Otago
Youth / Rangatahi, Adult / Pakeke, Older adult / Kaumātua
Self referral, GP, DHB clinical services, Corrections
Please call Peter on 0275065703 / 03 471 6206 between 9am-5pm Tuesday - Friday or email svp@volunteersouth.org.nz to book a kōrero to get started.
Supported Volunteering is designed for people who are struggling with social isolation and mental health, but you don't have to have a specific diagnosis in place to sign up. We know that if you're considering volunteering as a way of getting out into the community, it can be helpful to take some time to explore - and we're happy to support you on your volunteering journey. Here's how:
1. It’s About You
We recognise everyone is different, so we're happy to go at your pace. To start off, we'll have a conversation to explore your interests and understand your needs. When you're feeling ready to volunteer, we'll suggest roles that might spark your passion.
2. Bridging the Gap
We’ll act as a bridge between you and potential roles. We're happy to find answers to your questions and connect you to the people you're interested in volunteering with before you start something new. This helps to make it clear what you can expect from a role so you can feel confident before you commit.
3. Keeping in Touch
We know that the first day in a new role is just the start of your volunteering journey, so we'll keep in touch with you as you volunteer. We'll talk about how the role is going, whether volunteering is helping you meet your goals, and whether you need to make any changes. If you need our help, we're here to support your decisions.
Face to face / Kanohi ki te Kanohi, Phone, Online / virtual / app, LGBTQIA+ friendly
Dunedin Community House is at 43 Princes Street, just up from the Octagon.
Dunedin Community House is a short walk from bus stops on Princes Street, and from the Great King Street Bus Hub.
No parking is available onsite - however there are pay and display parks on the surrounding streets and parking buildings nearby on Moray Place. We're also happy to meet outside the office, so if getting to town is an issue, let us know and we'll see what we can do!
https://www.healthpoint.co.nz/mental-health-addictions/mental-health-addictions/volunteer-south/