Become a Travel Hands Guide and Volunteer in London

There are many volunteering opportunities in London, but if you're looking for a rewarding and flexible volunteer experience, consider becoming a Travel Hands Guide. You can assist visually impaired people (VIPs) in their daily commutes and make a real difference in your local community.

Volunteering in London is simple! To join Travel Hands as a volunteer:
- Sign up online or through our app
- Complete a quick DBS check (required for assisting Visually Impaired People)
- Learn sighted guide techniques with our handbook and training
- Prove your readiness with a short quiz
- Start guiding visually impaired people on their journey!

Anyone above the age of 16 can volunteer in the UK. If you have a willingness to help and basic mobility, you can join Travel Hands to assist VIPs in London. No prior experience is needed—we provide proper training to ensure you’re prepared.

If you're wondering how to volunteer for charity work, start by finding a cause you're passionate about. At Travel Hands, you can volunteer for blind people in London by guiding them to their destinations. Simply register, complete training, and start making a difference!

If you're in the UK on a tourist visa, you may not be allowed to volunteer. However, if you have a student, work, or other long-term visa, you can join a volunteering programs in London, such as Travel Hands. Always check the latest visa rules before applying.

There are many ways to help a visually impaired person, including:
✔ Becoming a sighted guide and assisting with travel
✔ Offering directions and descriptions of surroundings
✔ Helping VIPs with accessibility needs in public spaces
✔ Supporting organizations like Travel Hands that provide mobility assistance

Assisting a blind person in travel requires patience, communication, and proper guidance. As a Travel Hands Guide, you'll be trained in sighted guide techniques, including:
✅How to safely guide a VIP in crowded places
✅ How to describe surroundings to improve accessibility
✅ How to ensure a comfortable and smooth journey

Absolutely! No prior experience is required to become a Travel Hands volunteer in London. We provide full training through our Volunteer Handbook and video tutorials, covering everything from sighted guide techniques to communication tips with VIPs (visually impaired people).

Travel Hands offers flexible volunteering opportunities in London, allowing you to choose journeys based on your schedule and availability. Whether you want to help during the week or on weekends, you can support VIPs at times that work best for you.

At Travel Hands, we prioritize safety for both volunteers and VIPs. All volunteers go through DBS verification, complete sighted guide training, and receive a handbook with best practices. Additionally, the One-time Secret Code system ensures safe and secure meetups between volunteers and VIPs.

Yes. Many people refer to this type of support as “helping hands” assistance, meaning friendly, trusted guidance for someone who needs help navigating the city. Travel Hands provides exactly this service, but with DBS checks, safety protocols, and professional training for volunteers.