'FRAME promotes social inclusion, self worth and personal well being through supported, meaningful occupation and education, particularly for those with or recovering from mental ill health and/or with a learning disability.'
FRAME is based on a very simple idea, the organisation motivates people.
Out of that motivation comes an essential ingredient in improving peoples
lives-self-help. Whether in sheltered or open employment Frame provides a daily
structure, a valued social role, increased self esteem and self confidence.
FRAME offers opportunities to individuals:
with or recovering from mental ill health and or with a learning difficulty and
or suffering from social exclusion: to test their ability to work to develop new work skills to develop life skills
by providing: a real work environment a good work ethic
Who can volunteer?
Anyone can volunteer at FRAME. If you are interested
in becoming a volunteer please contact Carol Burton
from Volunteer Support Services on 01437 899301.
Alternatively, if you have or are recovering from
mental ill health or have a learning difficulty then
you can be referred to FRAME by Health Care Professional's,
Social Services or GP's. They will provide you with
additional help and support.
Arrangements will then be made for you to visit FRAME.
This is also an opportunity for you to ask any questions
you may have.
As you will see below there are a variety of work
and training opportunities.
Volunteer
opportunities:
Johnston:
Office
Showroom/sales
Warehouse and distribution
Drivers and van crews
Carpentry and furniture renovation
Re-upholstery
Pembroke
Dock:
Warehouse and distribution
Showroom and shop
(Further
details about individual premises can be found in the 'Where to find us' section)
Should
you decide to volunteer: Fill in
an application form and return it. If successful you will then be contacted
regarding a start date. On your
first day you will be greeted and shown around. With friendly assistance from
other staff and employees you will quickly become part of the team.
Volunteer
Support Services can help by:
assistance with filling in forms.
making appointments with people you need to see.
listening to you and offering help and advice.
paying your travel and subs money. more
details
arranging free training courses. more
details
Regular meetings will be held with the Volunteer Support Services to ensure
you are enjoying your time at FRAME and getting the most out of your placement.