Welcome! We’re Charlie Diggle, Nick Diggle and Julian Diggle – 3 brothers fulfilling a wish to introduce as many people as possible to the amazing benefits of volunteering, in honour of our late mother Sedwell Diggle. Our mum worked tirelessly in volunteering roles throughout her life, and was an inspiration to us and all of those that she helped. She […]
We have tried to highlight some of the numerous benefits of volunteering for overall well-being, including physical, mental, social, and cognitive aspects across this site. Volunteering can be a powerful tool for improving health and quality of life, particularly for older adults, individuals experiencing lower life satisfaction, and those with chronic health conditions. If you are interested in experiencing these […]
Volunteering has been consistently linked to improved social outcomes, such as increased social support, social integration, social networks, and a sense of community [1, 4]. When social support, sense of community, and social networks were combined, the evidence mostly found that volunteering improved these social outcomes [1]. The social benefits of volunteering can have a ripple effect on other aspects […]
According to the evidence from systematic reviews and research studies, volunteering has been consistently associated with various physical health benefits for individuals. One of the most significant findings is the positive impact of volunteering on reducing mortality rates. Several studies have reported that volunteers tend to have lower mortality rates and increased functional ability compared to non-volunteers [1, 3]. A […]
References [1] [Exploring the Effects of Volunteering on the Social, Mental, and Physical Health and Well-Being of Volunteers](https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10159229/) [2] [Does Voluntary Work Contribute to Cognitive Performance?](https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10148643/) [3] [The Health Benefits of Volunteering: A Review of Recent Research](https://americorps.gov/evidence-exchange/The-Health-Benefits-of-Volunteering%3A-A-Review-of-Recent-Research) [4] [Evidence Insights: Volunteering and mental health](https://www.volunteeringaustralia.org/wp-content/uploads/Evidence-Insights-Volunteering-and-mental-health-Final.pdf) [5] [UnitedHealthcare Study Finds Americans Who Volunteer Feel Healthier](https://www.unitedhealthgroup.com/newsroom/2017/0914studydoinggoodisgoodforyou.html) [6] [Volunteering may improve physical, mental health, […]
While the evidence on the cognitive benefits of volunteering is limited, some studies have found positive associations between volunteering and cognitive function. The systematic review [2] reported that seven out of the included studies confirmed that volunteering positively affects volunteers’ cognitive function, particularly global cognitive abilities. Interestingly, the review [2] also found that women and individuals with lower education levels […]
The mental health benefits of volunteering are well-documented in the research. Several studies have reported positive associations between volunteering and improved psychological well-being, including increased life satisfaction, positive affect, motivation, and reduced symptoms of depression [1, 3, 4]. One of the key mechanisms through which volunteering supports mental health is by increasing psychological and social capital [4]. Social interaction and […]
Welcome! We’re Charlie Diggle, Nick Diggle and Julian Diggle – 3 Brothers fulfilling a wish to introduce as many people as possible to the amazing benefits of volunteering, in honour of our late mother Sedwell Diggle. Our mum worked tirelessly in volunteering roles throughout her life, and was an inspiration to us and all of those that she helped. She […]
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