Volunteering Opportunities
Our volunteers play a key role in helping Healthwatch Solihull make a real difference to health and social care services in the borough. They head out into the community to hear what’s working well and what could be improved. We’re an independent, not-for-profit community interest company, dedicated to making sure local people have a say in how services are run.
Our volunteers come from a variety of backgrounds, bringing diverse perspectives to our team. To join us, you must be a Solihull resident aged 16 or older with a passion for enhancing health and social care. No prior experience is required, as full training and support are provided. What matters most is a commitment to ensuring that people in Solihull receive the best possible health and social care services and a willingness to contribute to that goal. Most of our community engagement volunteer roles take place between 9 AM and 3 PM, Monday to Friday.
Our current volunteering opportunities are:
- Community Engagement events
- Health and Social Care Provider visits
- Research support
Volunteering with us can help you to:
- Make a difference to your local community
- Meet new people
- Enhance your skills and knowledge
- Access training and support
- Use your existing skills
- Add valuable experience to your CV
Healthwatch Solihull is proud to have been awarded the Investing in Volunteer quality mark in recognition of our commitment to our volunteers.
Find the answers to some frequently asked questions about volunteering with us here
Email us for more information at volunteer@healthwatchsolihull.org.uk
You can easily apply to volunteer on our online form here or if you have further questions please complete the form below
‘Volunteering for Healthwatch Solihull has really opened my eyes to the struggles of many people accessing health services in Solihull.
I was prompted to volunteer, having witnessed my father’s poor treatment in various care homes and having struggled with long-term health conditions myself. I enjoy meeting people from all walks of life and listening to their experiences. I have visited various hospitals, GP surgeries, libraries, support groups and care homes and recently a large college where the team were able to gain feedback from young people in the community. Volunteers are supported by a great team and relevant training.’
Jenny – Healthwatch Solihull Volunteer
Volunteer Testimonials
‘I enjoy talking to the public and finding out about their experiences – good and not so good. These all help the Healthwatch team. It has given me a broader outlook on how people think in different walks of life. Giving back some spare time to help others makes me happy.
‘I wanted to volunteer as I’m not well enough to work but wanted to do something worthwhile and help others. I am really concerned about people who have difficulties accessing healthcare and wanted to help make sure they are heard and not left behind.‘
‘I do the volunteering to keep my mind fresh and active in similar work to what I have done before.’
‘Whenever I have volunteered, I have felt valued by the staff.’
‘I feel like my contribution is meaningful, I feel like I am contributing to the overall improvement of the Healthwatch Solihull service.’
‘Everyone can bring something different to the table – different experiences.’