Volunteering
Volunteering in NHS Dumfries & Galloway
There are an estimated 6,500 directly engaged volunteers supporting the work of NHS Scotland, approximately 200 of which are directly engaged within NHS Dumfries and Galloway. Many of these volunteer roles are centred around patient interaction, such as Welcome Guides meeting and greeting outpatients and visitors to Ward Volunteers chatting to patients on wards, offering social interaction and engagement. These are just a handful of roles currently available, please see below our list of Volunteering Opportunities.
Read the latest: Volunteering Annual Report
Please note volunteering should not be viewed as a work placement and such requests must be raised through the Learning and Educational team and not Volunteering services.
How to apply
If you would like to apply please complete the electronic application form
Please click here to download the form.
Paper copies can be downloaded or posted contact details below
Contact Details
Email: dg.volunteering2@nhs.scot
Telephone: 01387 246246 ext 34603
Volunteering Opportunities
- Ward Volunteers
- Welcome Guides
- Spiritual Care & Patient Listening
- Cancer Information & Support Centre
- Public Involvement Groups
- Specialist Outpatient Volunteers
- Maternity Services
- Other Specialist Roles
Volunteer Requirements
- Be at least 16 years of age
- Can offer 3.5 hours per week
- Be willing to commit to at least 12 months volunteering
