Volunteering for Health
There are lots of opportunities to support people's health and wellbeing through volunteering, between the NHS and Birmingham's many charities. Getting involved is such a rewarding way to make an impact on the health of patients, citizens and communities.
Health volunteering is a great way to start doing something new, to develop your skills and to meet new people!
If you're interested in giving health volunteering a go, first sign up to Volunteer Brum here.
Then take a look below to see the wide range of options there are, and discover something that's right for you!
Ways To Get Involved
Volunteer with the NHS
There are lots of ways to get involved as an NHS volunteer. You may be familiar with hospital volunteers, but you can also do lots of other things, whilst making patients' experiences so much more positive.
Volunteer with a Charity
Many charities in Birmingham doing brilliant work supporting people's health and wellbeing are on the lookout for volunteers. Volunteering with a charity is a great way to get involved directly with your local community and to make a lasting difference.
Health Volunteering Opportunities
Short term volunteering · Flexible hours · Starting from 4 Sept 2025
Helping Hands Needed For A Community Project In Erdington
We are starting an inspiring community project that will use music, singing and playing of musical instruments to improve the well-being of the community.Posted by i60 Community Interest Company
Short term volunteering · Flexible hours · Starting from 22 Sept For around 8 weeks
Birmingham
Patient Voice volunteer
Posted by Versus Arthritis
Short term volunteering · 1–4 hrs/Week · Starting from 17 Sept
Birmingham
Volunteer at Women’s Wellness Wednesdays – Support Women’s Health in Birmingham
Essence Cares: Women’s Wellness Wednesdays seeks volunteers to support women’s health with checks, wellbeing support, and community care in Birmingham.Posted by Essence Youth Mentoring CIC
Longer term volunteering · Flexible hours
Flexible location
Community Engagement Volunteer - Local Libraries
Join us as a Community Engagement Volunteer in libraries across Solihull, helping people to discover Marie Curie’s services where they live.Posted by Marie Curie
Longer term volunteering · 1–2 hrs/Week
Putting Smiles On Faces Through Music and Health
Music and Health allows you the perfect opportunity to put smiles on the faces of others while blending the rhythm of wellness with the harmony of healing!Posted by i60 Community Interest Company
Longer term volunteering · Flexible hours
Birmingham
Birmingham Crisis Centre
A safe haven refuge centre for women and children escaping domestic abuse. 24hr access and onsite nursery/education centre.Posted by Birmingham Crisis CentreStories
Be inspired by real stories from volunteers and hear from both the NHS and local charities about the impact volunteers have on their work. These first-hand accounts will show you how powerful volunteering can be!
Finding My Voice: Sarah’s Journey as a Volunteer
In this guest blog from Forward Carers, Sarah shares what it's like to be a Carer Ambassador Volunteer and the ...
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Spotlight on Volunteering at the Refugee and Migrant Centre (RMC)
An article that highlights what it's like to volunteer at the Refugee and Migrant Centre.
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Spotlight on Volunteering with Medaille Trust
An article that highlights what it's like to volunteer with Medaille Trust.
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