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Alcohol Health Champions Training
We held the first cohort of Alcohol Health Champions training last week at The Hive in Guildford. The expertly led & interactive training session was delivered by Nell, from The Jen Group LLP , and all attendees participated and engaged well. With thanks to Surrey County Council , Public Health Lead for Alcohol Harms, for funding this project, and Guildford Borough Community Wellbeing Team for hosting us with excellent refreshments and lunch. Thank you, too, to all our parti
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Oct 22, 20251 min read


Volunteer Alcohol Health Champions
Did you know that even small conversations about alcohol can make a big difference to someone’s health? VASWS is excited to launch a...
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Sep 16, 20251 min read


FREE Workshop: Attracting & Retaining Volunteers
Are you finding it harder to recruit volunteers? Struggling to keep them engaged long-term? You’re not alone and we’re here to help. Join...
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Jul 31, 20251 min read


VASWS Newsletter - July 2025
Please see our July Newsletter, below: https://eocampaign1.com/web-version?p=cc8f6abc-6d5e-11f0-8b71-1b52855c5c05&pt=campaign&t=175389153...
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Jul 30, 20251 min read


MCR Pathways Coordinator Vacancy
MCR Pathways are currently recruiting a new MCR Pathways Coordinator at Ash Manor School. The current postholder leaves at the end of...
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Jul 15, 20251 min read


FREE Mini Fundraising Conference
You're invited to our Free Fundraising Mini Conference On Tuesday, 14th October 2025 , from 10am to 1pm Cost: Free Location: Godalming We...
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Jul 14, 20251 min read


Alcohol Harms Reduction Co-ordinator
#AlcoholAwarenessWeek seems like a good time to let you know that, from the 1st August, Voluntary Action South West Surrey will be...
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Jul 9, 20251 min read


Fundraising Mini Conference
SAVE THE DATE! You're invited to our Fundraising Mini Conference in Godalming Tuesday, 14th October 2025 - 10am to 1pm Cost: FREE We are...
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Jul 3, 20251 min read


Corporate Volunteering
Just like Hannibal, in the A Team (yes, I am that old!) we at VASWS just 'love it when a plan comes together!' We thoroughly enjoy...
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Jul 3, 20251 min read


Volunteers for Guildford Race for Life
Cancer Research UK are looking for some volunteers help out at the Guildford Race for Life and Pretty Muddy taking place in Stoke Park...
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Jul 3, 20251 min read


Volunteer Connections at the Farmer's Market
The Volunteer Connections Team enjoyed a fantastic day of outreach at the Guildford Farmer’s Market yesterday. Despite the sweltering...
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Jul 2, 20251 min read


REMINDER: Frailty Awareness Training in Haslemere & Cranleigh
FREE Training Alert! Don't forget to register for our Frailty Awareness Training in Haslemere or Cranleigh, this July! This free and...
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Jul 1, 20251 min read


Community Falls Responder Service
The Community Falls Responder Service is free to people in the Guildford and Waverley area who are registered with the listed GPs. Our...
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Jul 1, 20251 min read


Hospitality Connect
Kate attended a Conference at the University of Surrey for Hospitality Connect, who are supporting the ageing population, encouraging...
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Jun 30, 20251 min read


Newsletter June 2025
Please see our June Newsletter below for news, views, articles and information across Guildford & Waverley https://eocampaign1.com/web-ve...
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Jun 25, 20251 min read


Volunteer Telephone Befrienders
The Macular Society are looking for Volunteer Telephone Befrienders. The Macular Society is the UK’s leading charity determined to beat...
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Jun 17, 20251 min read


FREE Frailty Awareness Training
We still have a few places remaining for the FREE Frailty Awareness Training taking place this July at Haslewey in Haslemere and Rowleys...
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Jun 17, 20251 min read


NEW Memory Cafe in Elstead
A NEW Memory Cafe has opened in Elstead at the Village Hall on the 3rd Wednesday of each month to support those living with dementia and...
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Jun 16, 20251 min read


Volunteers to help with Charity Event
Volunteers needed for a Charity Event in Guildford on 12th September. Please email The Matrix Trust for further details.
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Jun 16, 20251 min read


RGS Eco-warriors
We had a fantastic day, last week, when the students at the Royal Grammar School ( RGS Guildford ) became Eco-warriors; learning about...
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Jun 16, 20251 min read
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