Benefits of volunteering

  • Personal development
  • Gain new skills and experience
  • Improve employment prospects
  • Utilise existing skills
  • Meet new people
  • Increase confidence
  • Access to training
  • Improved emotional wellbeing

Why volunteer with Adferiad?

Many of our volunteers gain a great sense of satisfaction from using their skills and time to support others. 

Volunteering can provide routine and structure within a welcoming and supportive environment, offering a meaningful way to give back and spend time productively. 

Volunteering can also be a valuable addition to your CV, helping to strengthen your personal profile by demonstrating commitment, reliability, and a genuine desire to work and support others. 

 

"a sense of belonging again"

I’m now volunteering with Adferiad, and it’s helped me more than I can explain. It’s given me purpose, confidence, and a sense of belonging again. 

Become a volunteer with Adferiad today

Volunteer with Adferiad and help make a real difference in your community. Your time and support can improve the lives of people facing mental health, addiction, and other complex challenges.

Student placements

We also offer a range of student volunteering placements, providing valuable opportunities to gain experience, develop skills, and support others within our services. 


Placement Opportunities 

Placement opportunities may be available within: 

  • Mental health support services  
  • Substance use and addiction services  
  • Housing and homelessness support  
  • Criminal justice and rehabilitation services  
  • Peer mentoring and lived experience programmes  
  • Community wellbeing and outreach projects  
  • Youth and family support services  
  • Employment and recovery-focused programmes  

Support during your placement

Students undertaking placements with Adferiad will receive: 

  • A structured induction  
  • Ongoing supervision and guidance  
  • Opportunities for reflective learning and development  
  • Support to achieve placement objectives  

Placement availability may vary depending on location, service capacity, and course requirements. 

Contact placement@adferiad.org for more information. 

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