Rutland Charity Appeals for Volunteer Drivers to Keep Community Moving
Rutland Charity Appeals for Volunteer Drivers to Keep Community Moving
Voluntary Action Rutland (VAR) is facing an urgent shortage of volunteer drivers and is appealing to the community for help. The charity, which has been providing vital community transport for decades, says that a number of long-serving volunteers have recently retired, leaving a significant gap in their team.
VAR's transport service is a lifeline for many in the Rutland area. Volunteer drivers help residents get to essential medical appointments, do their food shopping, and attend social activities. Without enough drivers, these crucial services are at risk of being reduced, impacting some of the most vulnerable members of the community.
A Flexible Way to Help
The organization emphasises that the role of a volunteer driver is flexible and can fit around your schedule. Volunteers use their own vehicles and are reimbursed for their mileage, so there's no financial burden. You have the freedom to choose when and how often you drive, whether it's once a week or a few times a month.
All that’s required to become a driver is a valid driving license, a friendly attitude, and a desire to help others. If you have some free time and want to make a real difference in someone's life, this could be the perfect opportunity.
To learn more or to express your interest, you can contact the team at VAR directly.
Transport Manager Jim: 01572 724705
Volunteer Coordinator Lorraine: 01572 723300
Website: www.varutland.org.uk
