The work that we do would not be possible without the support from our funders, the multi-agencies who we work alongside, our incredible volunteers, and everyone who supports us in sharing and raising awareness of our projects.
There are many ways that you can get involved in our work, to support us in making a difference to the lives of people and communities experiencing adverse challenges.
Volunteer with us
Volunteers bring significant value to our work, offering time and contributing skills, experience and expertise in some cases to support key roles within our projects and wider organisation.
As you have landed on this page, we want to thank you for your interest in our work, and your consideration for volunteering with us.
Whether you just have minutes to share, months or even years, we commit to supporting you to thrive in your volunteering role with us: to identify and carry out the role that is right for you, and that is aligned with your time and availability, your skills and personal motivations.
And as we support you to flourish in your role with us, we know that your support will make a significant difference to the lives of individuals most affected by hardship, disadvantage and isolation across Scotland and the North East.
Volunteer Case Study
Elizabeth* was 44 when her life was turned upside down. In 2021, she was assaulted, which led to a catastrophic brain injury. She lost her job in the building trade and was discharged from hospital with little or no information about her condition. She lived alone and had nowhere to go for support. DCF’s Borders Brain Injury Service supported rehabilitation across all areas of life, so that she could manage the condition, and reintegrate back into the wider community. Through BBIS, she was able to learn techniques that enabled her to even get back into work, and she has now returned to the building trade a couple of days a week. Elizabeth* feels that by attending the support groups which BBIS offers, she was able to rebuild her life after the brain injury. Elizabeth* shared, “to be in the company of others with similar health problems, helps you realise that you are not alone”.
Elizabeth's* lived experience of brain injury motivated her to support others, in the way that she had been supported. She has now volunteered with the service for just over a year, by offering peer-support to others, and helping to lead group activities.
Share your views and contribute toward change
You can support us in developing our projects, through sharing your views and experiences, to help us shape service delivery. This includes taking part in our Focus Groups, discussions, community meetings and events. By getting involved and sharing your experiences, you will help us to continue to develop and improve our services: to identify the emerging and changing community needs, and to explore ways that we can maximise our approach to make the greatest impact.
Partner with us
Become a corporate partner
Contact us to find out about the difference your company can make, and how we can work together to improve the lives of people experiencing adverse challenges in their lives.
We support vulnerable groups to thrive and achieve.
People don’t choose the lives that they are born into. However, every day, we are in control of the choices that we make.
We support adults who are experiencing loss, isolation and loneliness. People who have had an accident that has left their memory and cognition impaired. Children and young people who have lived through abuse and exploitation. Individuals that feel scared for their future.
We are passionate about working with corporates to empower individuals from all walks of life, to be able to self-advocate for their needs; to have the confidence and skills to fulfil their potential in life; and to be able to participate socially and economically in their wider communities.
Make a difference to local people and communities every day
Our programmes work in partnership with healthcare, education, employability and other multi-agencies: to improve the lives of local people, and to bridge the gaps across communities. The work that we do with adults, children and families, will resonate with you, your employees, and your wider clients and customer groups.
By supporting our work, your company will be connected to all areas of community development: addressing and reducing the impact of poverty; reducing health inequalities; improving mental health and wellbeing; and enabling people from all walks of life to equitably access opportunities and strive to participate in their chosen fields of work and enterprise.
Further your strategies and company values
Your employees will likely have a loved one that they care for; a child or a family to support; an elderly relative that they worry about; or a health condition that they are struggling to manage.
As you support us in helping local communities, we will work with you to provide personalised support to your employees: to help them thrive in your workplace, and to ensure they have a safety net of support for when it is most needed.