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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.
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82 year old John keeps young as a volunteer driver helping people get around with community transport.
“I am still there at the age of 87 and loving every minute.”
" I'm a community volunteer and feel I am making a positive difference to peoples’ lives.”
"I’m a volunteer and a full-time carer.”
Jack is a volunteer for a WRVS transport scheme in Aberdeenshire helping older people to get out and about.
Terry’s transport helps older people get out and about and connect with their local community.
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