Bipolar Scotland
To help run regular in-person or online support groups for people living with bipolar in Scotland. These groups provide a safe, inclusive space for peer support and shared learning.
Yes
Heath / Wellbeing
Physical health benefits: developing a healthy lifestyle and improving self-rated health, Social benefits: improving companionship, tackling social isolation, and increasing social capital, Mental well-being: improving confidence, purpose, and life satisfaction, Instrumental benefits – developing new skills and knowledge, gaining awards and qualifications, increasing employability
Saltire Awards
Daily
Other
Long-term volunteer = over six months
Yes
Mental
Yes
Fluent
No
Yes
None
None
No gender restriction
Communication and listening skills
IT skills
Experience in supporting groups would be advantageous
No
No
Volunteers will receive induction as part of training.
3 facilitator training sessions and 1 safeguarding training session.
All training delivered in evenings over 4 consecutive weeks. 2hrs per week.
8 hours
Remote
No
Application form, References required, Informal chat, Formal interview
Public Liability, Personal Accident, Professional Indemnity
Yes
Yes
