Why volunteering is good for you

Volunteers play a crucial role in supporting Hospice West Auckland – we simply couldn’t function without them! We currently have over 300 active volunteers contributing their skills and time in everything from retail to driving, companionship to crafting, fund-raising to facilitating group sessions and so much more.

The good news is that volunteering not only helps the organisation, it also offers lots of personal benefits. Studies show that people who volunteer are happier than those who don’t. It can boost self-esteem and confidence while providing a sense of achievement as you try out new skills and build new social connections. Volunteering makes you appreciate what you have, shifts your focus away from personal issues, and connects you with like-minded people working towards the same cause - all of which contribute to greater happiness. And if you feel like your life is just far too busy or stressful to fit in volunteer work, it might be worth reconsidering. Donating your time activates the caregiving system in our brain, allowing us to see the world with more balance, calmness and composure.

If you would like to learn more about volunteering at Hospice West Auckland, we’d love to hear from you! Please email volunteerservices@hwa.org.nz or visit our website www.hwa.org.nz/volunteers.

 

 

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