Continuing to leave a light on for cumbrias most vulnerable
Providing wildlife rescue and community support
Cumbria Wildlife
&
Community Support
Supporting Wildlife and Communities
About Us
Cumbria Wildlife & Community Support is dedicated to wildlife rescue and rehabilitation, along with providing essential community support services. Our mission is to protect and care for wildlife while offering valuable assistance to the local community. By combining wildlife rescue with community support, we aim to create a positive impact and foster a harmonious relationship between humans and nature.
Our Projects
Making a Difference
Wildlife Rescue
Emergency Response Team
Our dedicated team responds to wildlife emergencies promptly, providing rescue and rehabilitation services to injured or distressed animals. We work tirelessly to ensure the well-being and safety of wildlife in need, striving to release them back into their natural habitats once they are fully recovered.
Community Support
Local Outreach Programs
In addition to wildlife rescue, we actively engage with the local community through various support programs. We offer support to cumbria's most vulnerable and in need in the form of food parcels, donated items, referrals or signposting to other organisations. Additionally, we offer a befriending service to the elderly. By working together, we can create a sustainable and compassionate environment for all.
Volunteer Opportunities
Join Our Team
We offer rewarding volunteer opportunities for individuals passionate about wildlife and community welfare. By volunteering with us, you can contribute to meaningful projects, gain valuable experience, and make a difference in the lives of animals and people in need.
We Are Seeking Volunteers For
Wildlife Roles
Community Roles
Transporters
Wildlife experts
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Working with the elderly (DBS cert. preferred)
Providing education in schools (DBS cert. preferred)
Food parcel delivery
Food parcel sorting
Answering phone/emails
Admin
Fundraising
Social Media
Trades people
Newsletter Author
Wildlife enthusiast for informative articles
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Jackdaws, Rooks, Crows & Ravens
The intelligence of the skies! Learn about these interesting birds and how to help them, learn fascinating facts and get to know the species
Foxes
Often seen in the country but these clever little beings are curious and playful are making their way into more urban areas. Learn what to feed and how to spot when they need a little help.
Badgers
These fascinating, stunning animals are short yet powerful, can consume as much as 200 worms per night! Often wrongly blamed for the hedgehog decline, they are usually victims of hunting.
Gulls
Nicknamed the 'rat of the sky' these intelligent super-parents are fascinating to observe. Often dubbed "seagulls" there are quite a few species of gulls which we can explore.
Check Bonfires
Hedgehogs are hibernating between November and March, which makes them vulnerable to being harmed during bonfire night. Learn how to have a safe bonfire without causing harm.
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How You Can Help Your Community
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Check in on your neighbours
It can be hard approaching your neighbour if you're not especially close, but being friendly can build bridges and build communities. Checking up on someone that's elderly or alone can make all the difference to someone's life. Even sending a private message to someone that you see is struggling on social media can help that person through a day. Big gestures aren't always necessary, if you see someone that can benefit from a little bit of help, practice kindness and choose to offer a little bit of your time.
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Pay It Forward
Make a mental note of something that someone done for you today, did one of your kids help you with chores? Did someone help you with some spare change you were short at the checkout? Did someone pay you a compliment? Think about how that impacted you today and pay it forward. A small gesture can have the biggest impact.
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Volunteer where you can
Volunteering for local charities is the best way to contribute to your local community, sparing a couple of hours in your spare time can be invaluable to other organisations that contribute to the community. Even if you consider your role to be a 'small' one, it is almost guaranteed that your presence and your time makes a large difference.