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Systems need to be put in place to help current and future retirees
WRVS and Royals launch awards to celebrate unsung volunteer heroes
MP visits vital service providing older people with regular hot meals
Study shows older people who volunteer are less depressed and have a better quality of life
WRVS CEO David McCullough calls for cohesive, coherent plan of action for older people’s care
Chief Social Work Adviser to Scottish Government joins WRVS board of trustees
‘We know a thing or two about tough times…’Older people in drive to bridge generation gap
11 runners raise money for WRVS in world's largest annual fundraising event
Thank you to all the WRVS runners in this year's Virgin London Marathon raising money to help make Britain a great place to grow old.
West End star visits volunteer befriending Margaret and Mrs Peters in Pembrokeshire
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“I’m doing the Duke of Edinburgh Award and wanted to gain some experience in the area that I want to work.”
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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.
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