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What is a mission?

Information and guidance about GoodGym missions

  • What is a mission?

    A mission is a one-off practical task to help an older or isolated person in their home or garden, or to collect essential supplies such as food or prescriptions. Missions aim to enable older or vulne...

  • I want to sign up to a mission, what do I have to do first?

    To do one-off missions to older or vulnerable people, you need to become mission-verified by following the steps below. You can then sign up to any mission you want.  Register for a DBS background che...

  • Do I need a DBS check to complete a mission?

    Yes, anyone attending a GoodGym mission must complete a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check and complete some online training. A background check provides assurance to our referrers and older p...

  • Do I have to run to a mission?

    We want you to  use your mission as a chance to exercise and keep fit, so we encourage you to walk, run or cycle to the task if you can. Feel free to travel there which ever way is more comfortable an...

  • How many people go on a mission run?

    There will be between 1 and 4 people at every mission. The number of runners asked for depends on the nature of the task with larger tasks set for more runners to ensure they are safe and give the bes...