Volunteering

Providing voluntary opportunities to the local community is a vital part of what we do. Our volunteers are an integral part of life here at Carlisle Eden Mind and without them, we couldn’t offer the support that we do, in the way that we do. We are thankful for all our volunteers.

We offer full support, training and development to all our volunteers.

Some volunteering opportunities include:

Working within our services providing listening ear, peer support and guidance to our clients alongside our staff team.

For more details on what we do please click on links to our service pages:

We are also looking for volunteers who can help with the following areas:

Charity Shop
Fundraising
Helping at events
Administration including IT support
Updating our Website
Media (Social/other)

Lived Experience

Many of our volunteers have a personal interest in mental health, this can be due to their own mental health experiences or from supporting others. Volunteers with lived experience bring with them their knowledge and experiences. We know without them we wouldn’t have these insights. Those who have lived experience of using mental health services and choose to volunteer with us, help to enrich the services that we offer. This is because they have a unique view of how services are delivered. Carlisle Eden Mind welcomes volunteers from all areas of the community. We want to make sure all our volunteers feel supported, respected and encouraged to make positive changes in their own and others lives.

I’m not sure I have anything to offer as a volunteer?

We have wide experience of working with volunteers in many different ways. We value the contribution of everybody whether you can do a few hours or can make a regular commitment to our work.

Our aim is to ensure that you get what you want from volunteering with us whilst ensuring that you are happy, safe and supported.

We offer a full induction, ongoing support and training and friendly approachable points of contact if you have any difficulties.

As a volunteer you will not be alone, we are all here for you and absolutely committed to supporting you as you support us.

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In addition to supporting a local charity, volunteering can:

> Help people use or learn new skills

> Aid recovery

> Offer new ways to meet people

> Support you to gain valuable experience

> Give you a voice

> Help you build confidence

How can I volunteer?

If you’d like to volunteer for us, below is our Volunteer Handbook which will give you more insight into volunteering and our volunteer form. Simply fill in the form and return it to us via email enquiries@cemind.org or by post to 27 Spencer Street, Carlisle, CA1 1BE. Once we receive your application, a member of our team will be in touch to discuss things further with you. If you have any queries around volunteering than get in touch – contact us.