Building caring communities, one connection at a time
Community-led Social Wellbeing for our older generations.
Why We Exist
Loneliness is a silent crisis
Over 2.6 million people in the UK aged 65 and above live alone. At Care to Volunteer, we build caring communities by connecting good people with older residents in their community. It's simple. It's human. And it works.
How It Works
Local Volunteers
Students, retirees, and employees released by their companies sign up to give their time and energy, bringing friendship and human connection.
Local Volunteers
Students, retirees, and employees released by their companies sign up to give their time and energy, bringing friendship and human connection.
Corporate & Public Sector Partners
Businesses, councils, and institutions empower staff to volunteer, provide referrals, and track the social impact created.
Corporate & Public Sector Partners
Businesses, councils, and institutions empower staff to volunteer, provide referrals, and track the social impact created.
Your Community
Older people, disabled individuals, and those who are socially isolated are referred to us for companionship and support.
Your Community
Older people, disabled individuals, and those who are socially isolated are referred to us for companionship and support.
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For Volunteers
For Volunteers
Be the Reason Someone Smiles Today
Whether you're a student, working professional, or retiree, you have something valuable to offer - your time. Choose a time that fits around you. With full support, you’ll find volunteering with us meaningful and manageable.
For Businesses and Organisations
Corporate Partners
Make Volunteering Part of Your Culture
From employee release days to corporate sponsorships, we help businesses meet their Social Value and ESG goals while tackling a real social issue. Show your team and customers that your organisation cares.
Real moments. Real people. Real impact.
These are just a few voices from the Care to Volunteer family everyday people who stepped forward and made a difference.
“He reminded me of my grandad. I hadn’t realised how much I missed that.”
I signed up during a quiet patch between contracts. What I got was a bond that felt like family. I still check in on Peter even though I’ve moved cities.
“You don’t need to ‘fix’ anything. Just be there.”
My first visit felt awkward. I worried I wouldn’t know what to say. But I didn’t need to Joan just wanted someone to listen. Now I understand the power of just being there.
Refer a Volunteer
Know someone who cares about their community?
Do you know a friend, colleague, or local resident who cares about their community?
We’ll set them up so they can also start making a difference.
We’ll set them up so they can also start making a difference.
Stories That Stay with You
Corporate Partnership
Join the Movement.
Make a Measurable Difference.
At Care to Volunteer, we believe tackling loneliness is not just a social responsibility it's a shared opportunity. When your organisation partners with us, you’re not just supporting a cause. You’re joining a growing network of purpose-driven companies committed to wellbeing, connection, and meaningful change across the UK.
Ready to make a difference
It only takes a few minutes to start your journey as a volunteer, but the impact lasts a lifetime.
"I didn’t expect I’d be the one benefiting."
At first, I just wanted to do something meaningful with my free time. But visiting Mary every week became something I looked forward to. Her stories, her humour, her strength she’s changed how I see the world.