Who we are
WRVS is an age positive national charity founded over 70 years ago.
We believe that every older person should have the opportunity and choice to get more out of life.
At a local community level we deliver personal and practical support through the power of local volunteers to support older people.
At a national level we raise awareness of the issues older people face through our media campaigns and research and lobby the government for age related policy improvements.
We believe:
- older people deserve choices to get more out of life
- volunteers are vital and they can get as much out of volunteering as the people they help
- all staff are entitled to understand and feel proud of the critical part they play in the success of WRVS
- we can have a greater impact through working in partnership with others
- everyone deserves the opportunity to both contribute and feel that they belong to their community.
We have more than 40,000 volunteer and 2,000 staff and help over 100,000 older people every month across the country.
Find out how we can help
If you know a family member, friend
or neighbour who is lonely or
isolated, find out how
WRVS can help.
How we help
Volunteer for WRVS
We have 40,000 volunteers who help older people stay healthy, happy and
independent in
their own home.
Join us 