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We are raising funds to keep two volunteer groups running in our community gardens. The Get Out There! group meets on a Friday and goes to a different local green space each week to do gardening and landscaping. The Grow Well volunteer group is for those who need extra support while volunteering.
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Situation
Many people in London are socially isolated and are living with mental or physical health problems. These two volunteer groups were set up in response to requests we were receiving from the NHS, drug and alcohol and homeless charities etc. as their clients wanted to volunteer but needed extra support. Many people are not able to work but want to contribute to the community. People can have poorer mental and physical health if they do not have a purpose and do not spend time outdoors each day.
Solution
The volunteer groups allow people to do the five ways to wellbeing, e.g. undertaking physical activity, connecting with others during a tea break, learning new skills and learning about plants, giving back to the community by improving local green spaces and taking notice of the beauty of nature. Our volunteer groups will be supported, allowing people to work at their own pace, with a mentor if needed. We offer trips and social events to enable volunteers to build relationships with others.
