A CHARITY which works with vulnerable and disadvantaged people is urgently appealing for volunteers.

Onside offers advocacy to a wide range of people who are struggling to cope with a situation due to their vulnerability in life.

More volunteers are needed throughout the Redditch and Bromsgrove area to support local people.

Volunteering is a way of supporting and empowering people to ensure that they have their voice heard and their wishes made known to others.

The support may involve visiting the person at home or encouraging them to access activities in the local community.

Onside’s volunteer manager Claire Watkins said: “We need continued help from willing volunteers who would enjoy supporting people in their local community.

"Volunteers are ordinary people of all ages and backgrounds they just need to be good listeners and have some time to give."

Volunteer Elizabeth Moore, said: “If you are thinking about volunteering I would say do it. I have had so much pleasure already, it’s a wonderful feeling when you know you’ve helped and made even a small difference to someone else’s life.”

For more information, call 01905 27525 or email claire.watkins@onside-advocacy.org.uk.

Free training (throughout the year) is provided and all expenses are paid.