The Good Neighbour Network works through local groups.

Groups provide access to the platform for their members and volunteers.
Members and volunteers join for free through their group.

A group of volunteers assisting elderly residents in a cozy neighborhood setting.
A group of volunteers assisting elderly residents in a cozy neighborhood setting.

Join Us

The best thing about being a volunteer is getting to know my neighbours more - some I've seen around for ages but never spoken too!

Joan W.

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Woman with short blonde hair in a sweater.

As a member

Members use the platform through their local group to request help when needed.

Membership is free for individuals. Groups pay an annual fee to provide access for their members.

Complete the TASK REQUEST form on this page. Your group administrator will give you the code to access the form. Your request will not be shown publicly and only sent to your group administrator and just one volunteer, one who has indicated they wish to help with the type of task you have requested.

We are still looking for volunteers and may not always have a volunteer near you that can help with the task you've requested.

Example

Example

Example

Data Note

We'll use the information you provide (your name and email) solely to respond to your enquiry. We won't use it for marketing or share it with external groups without your explicit permission.

Data Note

We'll use the information you provide (your name and email) solely to respond to your enquiry. We won't use it for marketing or share it with external groups without your explicit permission.

  • Shopping and Errands: Grocery shopping. Collecting prescriptions. Posting letters or running other small errands.

  • Pet Care: Dog walking when a resident is unwell or temporarily unable to do so.

  • Information and Literacy: Help with form-filling or writing letters. Reading to partially sighted or blind people. Assistance with simple IT issues (e.g., re-tuning a TV, basic computer help).

  • Small Household Tasks: Minor repairs or DIY (e.g., changing a lightbulb, moving light furniture).

  • Taking rubbish or garden waste to a recycling centre.

  • Befriending/Visiting: Providing friendly company and conversation to reduce loneliness and isolation.

  • Basic Gardening: A one-off tidy-up, weeding, or watering plants.

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woman in brown leather jacket holding brown leather handbag

As a volunteer

Volunteers support members of their local group by offering help independently.

Volunteers are not paid, are not employees of the platform, and choose whether or not to respond to requests they receive.

Volunteer details are never publicly visible and are only shared when a volunteer agrees to help.

Members access the platform through their local group.

Volunteer Registration Form Exmple
The link to register will be sent to volunteers from their group administrator
Submit
A diverse group of people helping each other in a community setting.
A diverse group of people helping each other in a community setting.
Volunteer

Join hands to support your neighbors.

Request Help

Ask for assistance in your local area.

The Good Neighbours Network is a secure online platform that helps local groups coordinate volunteer-led community support in a clear and responsible way.