Over 100,000 caring and committed volunteers support older people by providing lunch and social clubs, Meals on Wheels and Books on Wheels, social transport and Good Neighbours schemes. Families benefit from toy libraries, child contact centres, and visitors’ centres in prisons and in an emergency we are always there. In addition, WRVS cafés and shops in hospitals and courts are a welcome break during what might be a stressful time.
By working in partnership with local authorities, hospital trusts, businesses and other charities we hope to make a difference. In a society where one in four children are brought up by lone parents and half of pensioner households depend on state benefits for at least seventy five percent of their income, WRVS simply care for those who needs them.
If you want to find out more about the 100,000 men and women who already volunteer with us, or how you can support our work, visit our website at www.wrvs.org.uk