Age Concern Hampshire Celebrates Volunteers Week 2025 and Encourages Community Members to Get Involved
As Volunteer Week UK unfolds from 2nd to 8th June 2025, Age Concern Hampshire (ACH) is proud to celebrate the invaluable contributions of its volunteers and to invite members of the community to join their mission in supporting older adults live well as they age.
Volunteers Week is an annual, nationwide event dedicated to recognising the efforts of volunteers and encouraging more people to get involved in their local communities. Age Concern Hampshire, a charity founded in 1985, is dedicated to providing services to the older community of Hampshire. They currently offer a wide range of volunteer roles designed to suit diverse skills and interests, all aimed at improving the quality of life for older people.
Brogan Rehill, Head of Fundraising and Volunteer Services at Age Concern Hampshire, expressed the importance of volunteers in the charity’s mission: “Our volunteers are at the heart of everything we do. Their dedication helps us reach more older people, reduce loneliness, and build vibrant, inclusive communities.”
Volunteering with Age Concern Hampshire offers many benefits, both for the community and for the volunteers themselves. Many people find a real sense of purpose in making a positive difference in the lives of older adults. Volunteering encourages new social connections and provides opportunities to develop valuable skills such as communication, organisation, and empathy.
Last year, ACH conducted a volunteer survey to better understand the motivations and benefits of their volunteers. The results showed that 80% of those surveyed would recommend ACH to a friend and nearly all said they have benefited from opportunities to learn new skills and undertake optional training.
Beyond these practical advantages, volunteering has been shown to improve mental health and wellbeing, giving individuals a sense of fulfilment and belonging. Many volunteer roles offer flexible hours, making it possible for people with busy schedules to contribute in ways that suit them best.
This Volunteer Week, Age Concern Hampshire encourages community members to consider becoming volunteers and making a positive impact in the lives of older adults. Interested individuals can visit the charity’s website at https://www.ageconcernhampshire.org.uk/volunteer-hampshire/give-time-by-volunteering/ or call 01962 868545 to learn more about the roles currently available and how to get involved.
For media enquiries, please email Sarah Jacobs, Marketing Manager at Age Concern Hampshire: marketing@ageconcernhampshire.org.uk. The charity’s head office is located at Age Concern Hampshire Centre Way Locks Heath Southampton SO31 6DX.
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