"Volunteering is very important as it helps organisations with limited resources to keep running and support important causes"

All Sorts Dementia Group is a fun & relaxed group located in Ware for people with mild to moderate Dementia who want to socialise in an understanding environment whilst loved ones gain much-needed… Read more

"It’s very rewarding! I enjoy building a relationship with the children and the families, who eventually become friends"

The Shared care scheme gives support to families with children and young people under 18, who have learning or physical disabilities. Ann tells #TeamHerts Volunteering her story of being a volunteer. … Read more

"Without volunteers the hospital would struggle to offer these extra patient services and experiences"

The East & North Hertfordshire Hospitals' Charity provide a wide range of charitable services. Their amazing team of volunteers come in all ages, from many different backgrounds. Christine is one… Read more

"everyone has been so welcoming and supportive"

Amy is a volunteer with the East & North Hertfordshire Hospitals' Charity. She tells us about her time as a volunteer. What do you do within your volunteering role/roles? I have only been volu… Read more

"Volunteers help to raise the profile of the organisation within the local area"

The Great Daffodil Appeal is a vital part of the fundraising which Marie Curie do to fund their great work. Bob works in the office and out on the road promoting to make sure it's a success, he tells… Read more

" It is important for us to represent people with additional needs for other people who need help"

Healthwatch Hertfordshire has chosen to highlight the work done by some of their volunteers with additional needs, in particular, a group of volunteers based in the east of the county all of whom who… Read more

"It brings people together and the work carried out makes a visible and important difference"

Countryside Management Service works with local authorities, voluntary organisations and communities to help them enjoy and care for the environment. With more than 400 volunteers and over 25 'Friends… Read more

Being part of a team from different backgrounds, with different skills who work together to maintain the beautiful Hertfordshire countryside.

Countryside Management Service uses volunteers in a number of ways. Bill, Bob and Peter tell us why they love volunteering for the organisation and what makes them return even in the bad weather.  … Read more

"Volunteering brings people together and gives you a good feeling being able to help others"

Carlie Chandler tells us what she loves about volunteering for AGE UK Hertfordshire as part of her employment volunteer scheme with Prestige Finance. What do you do within your volunteering role/ro… Read more

"It is my belief that volunteers make a very ‘necessary’ contribution to the community"

John and Antonio volunteer for Change Grow Live (CGL) a free and confidential drug and alcohol service for adults living in Hertfordshire. #TeamHerts interviewed them about their time as volunteers: … Read more