Organisation Name:
Move the Masses
Organisation's Cause(s):
Local Community
Location of voluntary activity:
York
When are volunteers needed: Approximately 1 hour per week.
Type of Voluntary Activity:
Befriending / Buddying
Role description:
Our Volunteer Move Mates provide access to fresh air, a walk and a chat for vulnerable people in their local communities. Move Mates meet with their paired walkers weekly to accompany them on a walk. Times and days can be flexible as you will arrange these directly with your paired walker. You will need to be comfortable contacting your beneficiary to make arrangements, and to notify them should you need to reschedule a walk
Skills and behaviours needed for the role:
Genuine interest in supporting vulnerable adults. People are referred to our service for a variety of reasons including mental health challenges, social anxiety, sensory impairments, frailty, and physical health concerns, so empathy, kindness and patience are all key attributes.
Will there be a DBS check? Yes
Driving Licence required? No
Volunteer's own vehicle required? No
Suitable for:
Ongoing Volunteering
What will the volunteer gain/benefit from:
Experience in supporting vulnerable adults, and making an active difference to people’s mental and physical health.
How to get involved:
To get involved fill out the application form on our website here https://movemates.org.uk/volunteer-application/
Web link: Click here
Closing date: 08-07-2026