Real life stories

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Take a look at some of the real life stories behind WRVS, and the people who help to make Britain a great place to grow old.

Get in touch with us if you have an interesting story to tell whether as a volunteer or how WRVS has made a difference to your life.

Find out more in our real life stories

Click on the links below to see the real people behind WRVS.

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  • John and Alma's story

    82 year old John keeps young as a volunteer driver helping people get around with community transport.

  • Kathleen's story

    “I am still there at the age of 87 and loving every minute.”

  • Bob's story

    " I'm a community volunteer and feel I am making a positive difference to peoples’ lives.”

  • Ian's story

    "I’m a volunteer and a full-time carer.”

  • Jack's story

    Jack is a volunteer for a WRVS transport scheme in Aberdeenshire helping older people to get out and about.

  • Terry’s story

    Terry’s transport helps older people get out and about and connect with their local community.

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