Volunteer Centre East Lothian

18/06/2026

A rewarding volunteer opportunity is available with St Columba’s Hospice Care to support a new social wellbeing group in Prestonpans ☕
Volunteers will help create a warm, welcoming space for people living with a palliative diagnosis (and their carers) to connect over coffee and conversation 💬
📌 Tuesdays, Prestonpans Library. No experience needed—just a kind, sensitive approach.


https://www.volunteereastlothian.org.uk/volunteering-opportunities #/search/a0gQD00000HLmcXYAT/social-wellbeing-volunteer?distance=10km&sort=relevance&display=list&page=1&lat=&lon=&location=

18/06/2026

Come down to the Volunteer Centre today! ⭐🩼

15/06/2026

Our vaccination team will be at Volunteer Centre East Lothian (VCEL) in Tranent to provide Covid Spring Booster and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) vaccinations. This is a great opportunity to protect yourself, your family and your community against preventable illnesses.

📅When/ 🗺️Where/ 🕰️Time:
• Thursday 18th June
• VCEL, 56 High Street, Tranent, EH33 1HH
• 10am to 12:30pm and 1pm to 3:30pm

If you are eligible, we encourage you to come along. Getting vaccinated is one of the simplest and most effective ways to protect your health and the health of those around you.

The following vaccinations will be available on the day:

Covid Spring Booster -
A respiratory virus that spreads easily through the air when people cough or sneeze. It can also spread when people touch surfaces where the virus has landed then touch their eyes, nose or mouth.

RSV –
A common respiratory illness that can be found year-round that can sometimes lead to severe lower respiratory infections such as pneumonia and other life-threatening conditions.

You can find more information about each vaccine here:

Covid:
www.nhsinform.scot/covid-19-vaccine/

RSV:
www.nhsinform.scot/healthy-living/immunisation/rsv-vaccine/about-the-rsv-vaccine-youll-be-offered/

NHS Lothian Charity NHS Lothian East Lothian Council Tranent & Elphinstone Community Council Tranent Medical Practice Volunteer Centre East Lothian

12/06/2026

11/06/2026

🌟 Volunteer Opportunity – Make a Difference 🌟 Community Connector (Befriender)
Community Carrot is looking for volunteers to support local people through companionship and connection 💛
🥕Provides friendly social support to vulnerable community members
Part of the Crunchy Carrot food delivery service
No personal care or household tasks involved
Matches are based on location and shared interests
Commitment of 4–12 months

🚗 Expenses covered
45p per mile (including electric cars and cycling)
📚 Training provided
Full induction plus additional support opportunities
✅ Requirements
Compassionate and reliable
18+



https://www.volunteereastlothian.org.uk/volunteering-opportunities #/search/a0gQD00000HFEthYAH/community-connector?distance=10km&sort=relevance&display=list&page=1&lat=&lon=&location=

11/06/2026

🌟 Learn life-saving skills for FREE!
From first aid 🚑 to wellbeing 💛, the British Red Cross has free workshops and resources for all ages to build confidence and help others.
👉 https://www.redcross.org.uk/get-involved/education

Learn with the British Red Cross. Resources and education workshops for adults, young people and children. Topics include first aid, wellbeing, and loneliness.

11/06/2026

Don’t miss our latest Funding Bulletin - packed with new opportunities and updates!

Welcome to the latest funding update from Volunteer Centre East Lothian.

10/06/2026

A local volunteer opportunity is open with SEAT SPOT to help bring more accessible seating to high
Volunteers will visit shops and businesses, promote the benefits of becoming a Seat Spot, and help grow a more inclusive community. Perfect for those who enjoy chatting with people and making a positive impact 💬
📌 Flexible hours, training provided. Open to 18+, no experience needed.



https://www.volunteereastlothian.org.uk/volunteering-opportunities #/search/a0gQD00000HE34JYAT/business-recruitment-volunteer?distance=10km&sort=relevance&display=list&page=1&lat=&lon=&location=

10/06/2026

📢Limited places have become available on our "Putting People First: Trauma-Informed Practise" Training Session at VCEL TOMORROW 📢

If you'd like to join us, please click the link below to register your place -

Trauma is something many people experience, even if we don’t always see it. It can affect health, relationships, confidence, learning, and how safe we feel in everyday situations. Because reminders of trauma can appear in many settings, people can face hidden barriers when trying to access support...

09/06/2026

A co-production opportunity in East Lothian is inviting unpaid carers with lived experience to help shape su***de prevention resources 💬
Working with Su***de Prevention Scotland, Change Mental Health, and Electrify, participants will join three supportive online sessions to share insights and co-create impactful content. No pressure—just a chance to make a difference ❤️
📌 Open to 18+ unpaid carers, no formal experience needed.

***dePrevention

https://www.volunteereastlothian.org.uk/volunteering-opportunities #/search/a0gQD00000HCrmjYAD/carers-co-production-group-to-develop-su***de-prevention-resources?distance=10km&sort=relevance&display=list&page=1&lat=&lon=&location=