I want to volunteer in Lelystad, how do I go about it?
Volunteering is a great way to do something for someone else and gain new experiences yourself. Whether you are available for a few hours a week or are looking for a structural use of your time - there is always something to suit you in Lelystad.
The Volunteer Centre
The starting point for all volunteering in the city. On the volunteer platform, you will find an up-to-date overview of volunteer vacancies. You can filter by interests, location and time commitment. Create a profile and automatically receive suitable matches in your mailbox.
Would you prefer to get to know organisations in person? Then visit one of the ‘Meet & Greet’ volunteering sessions. Here, you’ll meet various community organisations and discover which volunteering opportunities suit you best.
Volunteering and memory problems
BreinBrigade helps people with memory problems, such as dementia or acquired brain injury (ABI), to find suitable voluntary work in Lelystad. Together, we look at what you enjoy, what you’re good at and what suits you best.
Volunteering at Welzijn Lelystad
Did you know that you can also become a volunteer at Welzijn Lelystad itself? We are regularly looking for committed people who want to contribute to a stronger and more social Lelystad. Think of guiding activities in neighbourhood rooms, being a hostess or host in our community centres or offering a listening ear to people who feel lonely. Other examples are:
- Becoming a buddy in Lelystad: As a buddy, you offer a listening ear or practical help to someone who feels lonely or temporarily needs some extra support.
- Become a support parent: Help a family by occasionally caring for a child.
- Patient support Lelystad: Accompany people on hospital visits or help them understand medical information.
- And much more. Check out the volunteer centre's platform for the full range of products on offer.
Whether you are young or already retired, have much or little time - there is always a way you can make a difference. You make a real difference in someone else's life and gain valuable experience yourself.