We aim to operate as efficiently as possible, and even with so much help from volunteers there are significant costs associated with running the Charity and maintaining our services.
Please consider becoming a member of Age Concern Banstead. It is open to everyone and only costs £12 a year.
The contribution of our Volunteers is essential to help meet the needs of many older people in our community. We very much value our volunteers , and support them in their work.
What to Expect as a Volunteer
As a volunteer, we want you to feel part of the Team and to be involved in the planning, development and improvement of our services. We will also support you with help, supervision and encouragement.
Opportunities include:
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Drivers with their own vehicles to take clients to health, welfare and other appointments. We pay a mileage rate towards the cost.
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We operate a mini-bus for the use of our club and for hire. Volunteer drivers are sought to help out as when needed. We provide an escort on all trips
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Visiting lonely elderly people
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Getting shopping on a regular basis for an elderly person, or taking them to the shops, thereby assisting them to remain independent
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Help at our Club or in the office
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Help with our information service
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Help with fund raising activities and ideas for fundraising
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Helping with computer skills or gardening odd jobs
- Making a one off home visit to an elderly client following hospital discharge
Choose how you can support us - we are very grateful for all donations & legacies, and there are many ways you can donate ...
Ways to Donate
By Cheque, Cash or phone donation using credit/debit card
We are pleased to receive cheques and cash. Please make sure that any cheques or bequests are specifically for Age Concern Banstead. If this is not clear, any funds may go to other Age related charities and not benefit older people in our area. Please make cheques payable to Age Concern Banstead. Please contact the office on 01737 352156 if you wish to pay by credit/debit card.
Membership
Membership of Age Concern Banstead is open to all and costs just £12 a year. Please download the application form here or visit our Membership page for more information about what is included with your annual membership.
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Shop Online
If you shop online then please consider using easy fundraising. This will mean that Age Concern Banstead receives a payment from many different retailers each time you buy anything online, without it costing you anything extra.
