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Our new health strategy places our 450 WRVS hospital shops and cafés at the centre of WRVS volunteer based health services providing a valuable link between older people at home, as they prepare for a visit to hospital, during the stay in hospital and once they go home.
WRVS volunteers and staff run shops and cafés in hospitals throughout England, Scotland and Wales.
WRVS touches the lives of older people all across Britain
“I’m doing the Duke of Edinburgh Award and wanted to gain some experience in the area that I want to work.”
Watch Leyla's story
Phyllis is normally looked after by Pod, and when he had a stay in hospital she knew they would need help – Volunteer Carole was able to offer them practical help at home.
Read Phyllis, Pod and Carole’s stories
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If you know a family member, friend or neighbour who is lonely or isolated, find out how WRVS can help.
To find out more about volunteering, call our volunteer team on 0845 601 4670 or register your interest in becoming a volunteer.
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