Perhaps you or someone you know could spare a couple of hours per week to take those in need of transport to the hospital or to do their weekly shopping. Remember, you get the satisfaction of helping people in your community.
CDM operate a Volunteer Car Scheme involving local volunteers who drive their own vehicles to bring registered members to a wide range of appointments. This service is not just a mode of transport from A to B it provides a friendly face and companionship for both the passenger and driver.
Volunteer drivers receive genuine out of pocket expenses for mileage and refreshment expenses (as permitted by HMRC guidelines) but in addition receive immense satisfaction by giving a little something back to their local community.
If you are over 21 and hold a full clean driving licence and have access to a vehicle. Please note that all volunteers are subject to an Access NI check.
Simply call the office and arrange to come in for an informal chat with Rory who can provide you with more information and help complete the application process.
This could be the perfect opportunity as we all recover from the effects the pandemic has had on us!
