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It's a simple thing but I know I take it for granted... my own bed. March is National Bed month so why not volunteer with someone that for whatever reason isn't sleeping in their own bed.

Here are five reasons to hop out of your own bed (if you're lucky enough to have one) and volunteer.

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Locked up

The time and care that someone takes to sit with a listening ear over a cup of tea can make all the difference to a prisoner. By becoming an Official Prison Visitor you'll meet a prisoner regularly for about two hours a month.

Go visit

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We're all going on a summer holiday

Help a disabled person have an unforgettable holiday. Join 3H Fund on one of the holidays going on across the country, happening from May to August. You'll see with your own eyes what a difference your help can make to disabled people and their carers.

Let the sun shine

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A supportive community

Emmaus Communities supports people who have become homeless, helping them to rebuild their lives. They're looking for trustees at the moment and they're celebrating their 60th Birthday – get involved and get the party started.

Rebuild

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Hospice care

Volunteers make a huge difference to the lives of patients and their families. Help the Hospices need your skills; from serving meals with a smile to painting, gardening and hairdressing.

Use your skills

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Opening time

Shelter helps not just the homeless but people in danger of losing their homes (and beds). Volunteer in one their shops and get creative window dressing or get your sales patter down to a tee – all for a good cause.

Go shopping

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Hopefully you're out of your pyjamas and raring to go but remember, we're always at the end of the phone (or email) if you need help finding a volunteering opportunity. And, we'd love it if you've done some volunteering to tell us how it went (good or bad). We're at the end of the line, call us on 0845 456 1668.


Happy Volunteering!