The Refugee Settlement Service are preparing for another intake of families to arrive in Ashburton over the next couple of months. The families vary in size and ages and will be living in Ashburton and/or Tinwald. We are looking for new volunteers to help these families settle in. The role of a volunteer is like a friend in the community. They provide companionship, outings, assistance with shopping and English language practice through conversations over a cup of tea. We do all the hard stuff so you don’t have to. It’s a great way to experience a different culture and to make a difference to the lives of our newcomers.
A friendly and welcoming personality, a drivers license and a few spare hours each week.
2-3 hours a week, or more if you would like.
Getting started:
The first step is to express your interest by filling out the form below.
We will then put you in touch directly with the organisation for more information on the role and how to proceed.
Social Support