Volunteer Testimonials
Why volunteer?
Find out what some of our volunteers said...
I was a student when I started volunteering for
CAD. I still volunteer here and love it as it gives me the
opportunity to empower people by letting them know what their
rights are
Lauren, Bothwell, 21
I was made redundant and finding it hard to
find a new job. Volunteering helped keep a structure to my day and
gave me some new skills which actually helped me in finding a
new job. The staff are great and helped out a lot with my job
hunting. I still volunteer part time!
David, Bishopbriggs, 44
Experience was my main reason for joining CAD.
I graduated just when the recession hit and I really needed some
sort of experience under my belt. I've now gained experience in
advocacy work. Am still looking for a job but the volunteering on
my CV is a benefit.
Kelly, Cathcart, 25
Its very satisfying! I've been involved with
CAD for many years and think telephone advice is a great service as
a lot of clients aren't able to come into an office for various
reasons. I feel 'Direct' can only get bigger and stronger in the
years to come.
Jim, Renfrew, Renfrew, 52
I moved here from Poland a few years ago and
luckily have a part time job. I came across CAD when I called them
for advice… and ended up volunteering! My English has really
improved and I love helping the people of Scotland.
Janec, Glasgow, 33
As I was getting older I felt I needed to
exercise the brain a bit more! I also felt the skills and life
experience I had could be put to good use and allow me to
contribute something back to society. Its great working with the
younger ones in the office, keeps me young!
Liz, Cumbernauld, 64
I had some spare time and wanted to keep busy.
Volunteering is very satisfying plus I have made some great new
friends and broadened my social circle.
Tim, Kelvinhall, 35
My children had just started school when I
decided to volunteer at Citizens Advice Direct. I hoped voluntary
work would help build my self-confidence and give me new skills,
and it did exactly that!
Maureen, Govan, 38