Volunteering

Why volunteer?

We’ve been helping people and families overcome sensory loss challenges since 1922 – providing practical support, expert services and trusted advice when it matters most.

Volunteering is rewarding

Becoming a volunteer is a rewarding experience and a great way to help in the local community.

If you speak to people who already volunteer, they will tell you they do it because they love it!

Jessie is a home visitor volunteer and visits Doris in her home once a week, the two have a great bond and enjoy each other’s company.

Jessie told us, “As my children grew up, I realised I had time on my hands, and I wanted to use my free time in a meaningful way. I looked around for volunteering opportunities and discovered Sensory Services by Sight for Surrey. I wanted to do something that connected me with others and the local community, as I had recently moved to the area.

I thought volunteering would mainly be about giving my time, but what surprised me is how much I’ve gained from it as well. That’s what makes the experience so rewarding.”

Doris is 94 years old, and lives alone and was finding herself becoming isolated due to her Macular Degeneration. “I look forward to Jessie’s visits as being on my own sometimes I don’t see anyone all day so it’s wonderful to have someone to talk to. I really do enjoy it very much. It is so lovely to have a home visitor each week.”