Help people rebuild their lives after homelessness, addiction and crisis across Torbay — while gaining training, experience, purpose and connection.
Whether you want experience in housing and social care, want to support your community, or bring valuable lived experience, there is a place for you here.
Gain real-world experience, accredited training, development reviews, references and support with your CV.
Support people through a difficult point in their lives with dignity, patience and practical help.
Build structure, connection and meaning while becoming part of a small team that genuinely cares.
Hours can be flexible and shaped around your availability, skills and interests.
Spend time listening, sharing a cup of tea and helping someone feel heard without an agenda or paperwork.
Accompany residents to GP, benefits, probation or housing appointments they may find difficult to face alone.
Prepare food, welcome guests and create a calm, respectful environment for people who need it.
Help with decorating, gardening and preparing rooms so that houses feel safe, clean and welcoming.
Help someone prepare a CV, practise for an interview or complete a form that could open a new door.
If you have experienced homelessness, addiction or crisis, your understanding may help someone trust and move forward.
Volunteers are not free labour. Your time should be met with structured training, meaningful experience, proper support and respect.
You do not need formal qualifications or previous experience to start a conversation with us.
We pay for the required DBS check. Personal references may include a support worker, probation officer, GP or community leader.
Be reliable, treat people with dignity and respect, keep appropriate boundaries and be willing to learn.
No formal interview at the first step. Tell us what interests you, what you can offer and what you hope to gain.