TOO often I hear about ‘our ageing population’ and the ‘plight of the forgotten million’, yet I don’t hear enough about the solution and praise of those who are working to tackle the problem.
In fact figures show that over 20 million people across the UK volunteer, donating more than 100 million hours to their communities every week (Volunteering England).
Each month on a Sunday afternoon Contact the Elderly volunteers open up their homes so that older people who don’t have regular visits from friends or family can enjoy their company and friendship.
As the charity celebrates its Golden Jubilee I would to raise a toast to its 7,500 volunteers for their commitment in tackling loneliness among older people for the last 50 years.
The volunteers do a tremendous job in providing social contact, friendship and joy to some of the most lonely and vulnerable older people.
Let’s use this week to thank all the dedicated and passionate volunteers in Pembrokeshire and to encourage more people to join the ranks.
MARION LOWTHER
Via email
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