A Hampshire charity is calling for more volunteers to support its work with older people.
As Hampshire’s ageing population is continuing to grow, Age Concern Hampshire is appealing for volunteers to help expand and maintain its vital services in 2026.
The charity supports older people through care and wellbeing centres, foot care clinics, Hospital to Home support, and other community initiatives across the county.
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Kate Harrison, volunteer coordinator at Age Concern Hampshire, said: "Our volunteers provide essential support that allows older people to stay independent and connected.
"Every hour our volunteers give makes a difference in someone’s day."
Volunteering opportunities with Age Concern Hampshire come with the chance to build meaningful relationships, learn new skills and make a direct impact in the community.
Roles are flexible, with options to volunteer from as little as one hour per week.
The charity says every contribution helps promote independence, companionship and improved quality of life for older people and their carers.
Current volunteer roles include trustee positions to help shape the charity’s strategy, foot care receptionists and administrative support.
There are also opportunities to assist at care and wellbeing centres, support social groups, provide hospital ward companionship, and help with form filling to access benefits and essential services.
Hospital ward volunteers are currently needed at Petersfield, Gosport and Alton.
The charity also welcomes support from businesses through employee volunteering schemes or collaborative campaigns to extend its impact across the county.
People in the community are encouraged to consider volunteering as a positive way to give back in 2026.
Volunteers are essential to ensuring older residents feel valued, supported and connected.
To find out more or to register your interest, call 01962 868545 or visit the website at ageconcernhampshire.org.uk/volunteer-hampshire/give-time-by-volunteering.
The charity said volunteers play a crucial role in enabling it to deliver and grow its range of services for older residents, helping them feel valued and supported throughout later life.
Anyone interested in volunteering or partnering with the charity is encouraged to reach out.
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