Home-Start Hampshire’s volunteers understand the challenge of being a parent. All volunteers complete a preparation course, undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide two references before undertaking roles on behalf of Home-Start Hampshire.

There are several ways that you can help Home-Start Hampshire in a voluntary capacity by:

supporting a family as a family support volunteer
helping in a group
joining the Community Team in your local area and help with fundraising activities
joining the trustee board

We offer a rolling programme of training for new volunteers depending on individual preference.

For family support and group volunteers, our e-learning course can be completed at any time, at your own pace and is supplemented with a number of in-person sessions (including safeguarding).

We also run regular induction, training and welcome sessions for Community Team volunteers.

If you would like more information or to discuss volunteering opportunities that may suit you, please contact us. or you can can complete a short online form here and we’ll contact you with the next steps.

Home-Start Hampshire is governed by a professional, skilled trustee board which is made up of local people from a wide range of backgrounds such as social care, health, business, finance, legal, or HR. The main requirements of a trustee are a real interest in the work of the charity and a willingness to be actively involved in all aspects of governance. The trustee board is responsible for the financial security of the organisation, ensures legal compliance and ensures compliance with the Home-Start Quality Assurance System.

Volunteer Roles

Thinking of giving a little back to your community and looking for an opportunity to volunteer supporting families? Read on….

Have you been thinking about how you can give your time to something bigger than yourself? You may be wondering what the best ways are to volunteer locally, and how you can make sure that it ticks all the right boxes.

If you’re searching, dreaming and yearning to do something that is truly meaningful – to be part of a proven program that will have a long-lasting impact…. we have the perfect volunteering opportunities for you.

Family Support Volunteer, Home-Visiting - All Areas

Our family support volunteers provide emotional and practical support to families on a 1-2-1 basis in the family home. Once matched with a family, the volunteer will visit the family weekly (or sometimes fortnightly) for 2-3 hours, usually for 6-9 months but this can vary depending on the families needs. We provide in-depth training and support to all family support volunteers to help them deliver the best possible services to those who need us.

Family Support Volunteer, Group Work - All Areas

We run range of groups in various locations across the county; they provide families with emotional and practical support and the opportunity to meet others in their community, reducing isolation and loneliness. Groups run weekly and are led by an experienced member of staff, supported by a team of volunteers. Volunteers support weekly, or as part of a small team on a rota basis depending on their own availability.

We provide in-depth training and support to all family support volunteers to help them deliver the best possible services to those who need us.

Community Team Volunteer - All Areas

We are seeking volunteers to join our Community Teams across Hampshire to help with fundraising and to raise awareness of our charity within the locally.

Each geographical area has its own team, with activity tailored to meet local needs and opportunities. This could include local fairs, giving talks to other local organisations, completing local funding applications, leaflet drops, bake sales, quiz nights and so much more!

Whether you want to be part of the committee organising events, or a ‘friend off’ giving your time when you can, we want to hear from you!

To find out more please contact your local Area Manager:

Rushmoor & Hart

Rachel Lea-Wilson, rachel.lea-wilson@hshants.org.uk / 07736 635 697

New Forest

Hayley Young, hayley.young@hshants.org.uk / 07895 406 758

Weywater (Alton, Bordon, Liphook & surrounding area)

Angela Small, angela.small@hshants.org.uk / 07751 070 203

Gosport, Fareham, Meon Valley & Havant

Margaret Moane, margaret.moane@hshants.org.uk / 07827 973 371

Volunteer News

Our training courses and details are listed below. To open one click on the image (if one is present), the read more link or the title. The post will open up to reveal the detail. If there is nothing of interest here, but you would like to volunteer in the future, please register your interest by getting in contact with us.

Join the New Forest Community Team!

Join our Community Team in the New Forest! Would you like to volunteer for Home-Start Hampshire as part of our Community Team? Join us in Lyndhurst on Wednesday 10th January from 9am for an induction and training session. Our community teams across...

Volunteer in the New Forest!

Join our Volunteer Team in the New Forest! Can you spare a couple of hours a week to help a family in your local community? Join us on this six week training course in Lyndhurst to become a Home-Start Hampshire volunteer and help turn a tough today into a brighter...

Volunteer in Havant!

Join our Volunteer Team in Havant! Can you spare a couple of hours a week to help a family in your local community? Join us on this six week training course to become a Home-Start Hampshire volunteer and help turn a tough today into a brighter tomorrow for a family...