Volunteer webinars
Royal Voluntary Service provides a series of weekly webinars for NHS Volunteer Responders that are free to join.
Please see below for more information about each webinar and to get tickets.
GoodSAM responder app
All NHS Volunteer Responders - This is a webinar specifically around using the GoodSAM responder app. If you are having difficulties or need more guidance, then this webinar will provide you with the support you need. If you have attended a recent welcome event you may find you have explored this content.
Every 2 weeks on a Monday at 11.00 to 12.00
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Managing difficult conversations support
All NHS Volunteer Responders - This is a webinar for those of you that may be nervous or anxious about the types of conversations you may have. These will help you manage a difficult conversation should it arise, with real NHS Volunteer Responder examples and top tips.
Every 2 weeks on a Monday 13.00 to 14.00
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NHS Volunteer Responders peer support forum
All NHS Volunteer Responders - This is a webinar for all NHS Volunteer Responders to come together to chat about their experiences - positive and negative. A member of the team will be there to support the technical running of the webinar, however this is a space for you to talk openly and develop a network of other NHS Volunteer Responders.
Every 2 weeks on a Tuesday 09.30 to 10.30
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Community Response payment options
Community Response and Community Response Plus volunteers - This is a webinar to provide you with more information around the payment options you can use in your role as a Community Response or Community Response Plus Volunteer. If you are interested in adding Community Response to your current role and are looking to find out more about Community Response payment options, you are also welcome to join this webinar.
Every 2 weeks on a Wednesday 13.00 – 14.00
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Welcome event
All NHS Volunteer Responders - This is a webinar for new and existing NHS Volunteer Responders that would like to have more information around the volunteering process as well as using the app. Includes a useful Q&A session.
Every 2 weeks on a Thursday at 9.30 to 10.30
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Check In and Chat Volunteers peer support forum
This is a webinar for all Check In and Chat and Check In and Chat Plus NHS Volunteer Responders to come together to chat about their experiences, discuss challenges and share practical tips. A member of the team will be there to support the technical running of the webinar, however this is a space for you to talk openly and develop a network of other Check In and Chat NHS Volunteer Responders.
Every 2 weeks on a Thursday 13.00 to 14.00
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Mental Health Awareness
All NHS Volunteer Responders - This is a webinar to provide you with more information around mental health and how this may impact you with the people you support. This will provide you with an insight of real examples and provide you with tips to help you carry out your role.
Every 2 weeks on a Friday 09.30 to 10.30
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Open Q&A - Drop in session
All NHS Volunteer Responders - This is an open session where you can simply drop in and ask any questions that you need answers to.
Every 2 weeks on a Friday 15.00 to 16.00
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Getting the best from check in and chat conversations
Check in and chat conversations can vary greatly. This webinar is a chance to discuss some of the effective conversational starters and also explore how to overcome some of the challenges you may face as a check in and chat volunteer. It will explore some real examples and offer practical hints and tips to get the best from the conversation. It’s also a chance for you to share your experiences and ask any questions to further support you as a volunteer.
Every 2 weeks on a Tuesday 09.30 to 10.30
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Introduction to volunteer expenses
This webinar will provide an overview of the expenses and claims process. It will include what you can claim for as a volunteer and how to make claims for different expenses. It will provide you with practical tips on how to claim and ensure all evidence is included for your claims to be approved first time. It’s also a chance to ask any questions you may have about volunteer expenses.
Every 2 weeks on a Wednesday 13.00 to 14.00
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Understanding Dementia
Many of our clients may be living with Dementia and this webinar is a chance to explore and understand Dementia in more detail. It will also provide some real examples of practical conversational tips that can be used which may support a person living with Dementia. There will also be the opportunity for you to ask questions and share your experiences as volunteers.
Every 2 weeks on a Friday 09.30 to 10.30
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