How old do I need to be to volunteer?

The minimum age for volunteering with in most roles is 18.

However, we do have a Young Fundraisers programme for those who are under 18. If you are under 18 and interested in fundraising for Link Age Southwark, please get in touch at [email protected] and we can discuss the possibilities!

There is no maximum age limit for volunteering with Link Age Southwark!

Latest

Link Age Southwark Strollathon 2023 - Carla, Joshua, Eloise

We are joining Link Age Southwark’s sponsored Strollathon to keep fit and raise essential funds for a vibrant, local charity working to alleviate loneliness amongst older people and those living with dementia, in Southwark.
London Landmarks Half Marathon 2023

The London Landmarks Half Marathon - April 2nd! Click here to support our runners.
Sunset Soirée 2023

Join us for an evening of drinks, canapés and live music whilst enjoying our 30th year photographic exhibition. This event will be held at Dulwich Picture Gallery on Saturday 15 July.
Tatey's Strollathon!

I am joining Link Age Southwark’s sponsored Strollathon to keep fit and raise essential funds for a vibrant, local charity working to alleviate loneliness amongst older people and those living with dementia, in Southwark.

My experience as a volunteer

I've always worked in the NHS, mostly in paediatrics, and when I retired I wanted to do something equally rewarding but different so when I found that Link Age Southwark (Dulwich Helpline as it was then) was looking for befrienders for the elderly I thought this sounded exactly what I was looking for. Read more