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Volunteering opportunities
Art Explorers at...
Art Explorers at... supports residents living in care settings to visit galleries, museums and theatres.
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Music at Home
Music at Home helps older people to access music whilst reducing social isolation by bringing performers and musicians into the comfort of care settings.
Arts at Home
Arts at Home helps the residents of older adult care settings to access arts and culture. Our dedicated team of trained volunteers introduce artworks of their choosing with open-ended questions and thought-provoking prompts intended to spark conversation and encourage connection, whilst combatting loneliness and social isolation.
Become a volunteer
Frequently Asked Questions
How much time do I have to give each year to become an Art Explora volunteer?
There are as many volunteers as there are levels of commitment, and no obligation. Depending on their schedules and availability, our volunteers can devote as much or as little time as they wish to the Foundation. And this time can vary from year to year!
Are there any prerequisites for taking on assignments as an Art Explora volunteer?
We ask that our volunteers are all over 18 years old, have a desire to share their love of art and give back to their local community. Being able to volunteer and communicate confidently and independently is helpful too, but we do not require any particular background or knowledge of art, only interest and passion!
Is it possible to carry out a mission as an observer before taking the plunge?
It is entirely possible, and even recommended, to come as an observer to discover the programmes.
Can I register for more than one programme?
You can sign up for multiple programmes!
Do I need to have any prior artistic skills or knowledge?
No prior experience is needed! You will receive training from us, but a must, is a passion for bringing arts and culture to your local community whether it be in libraries, family hubs, care homes or hospitals.
Where are the community programmes based in the UK?
Our community programme is currently held in settings across London, zones 1-3, and in Birmingham too. They are all accessible via public transport, and local travel expenses reimbursed. We recommend you volunteer at a location near where you live, study or work, so it becomes part of your routine!
