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Local charity RCRG is recruiting volunteer drivers to support its transportation service. Volunteers help seniors remain independent by bringing them to medical appointments, community activities, and more.
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Volunteer drivers needed to assist seniors
Published 10:42 PDT, Mon August 30, 2021
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Richmond Cares, Richmond Gives (RCRG), which operates a transportation service for local seniors, has put out an urgent call for volunteer drivers.
As pandemic restrictions ease, the need for the service has grown, with older adults requesting rides to medical appointments and community activities, including visits with friends and family.
“After temporarily suspending the service due to COVID-19, we’ve spent the past months getting it back up and running,” says Carol Dickson, manager of RCRG’s Seniors Community Support Services. “Access to transportation is essential for keeping older adults independent and connected to their community.”
Volunteer drivers work on a flexible schedule, accepting or declining ride requests based on their availability. They can use their own vehicle, or one provided by RCRG, which has a plexiglass barrier installed between the front and back seats.
With the pandemic far from over, the organization continues to prioritize the safety of its clients and volunteers.
“We’re committed to running our transportation service responsibly,” says Dickson. “Health and safety measures are in place to ensure both our clients and volunteers feel comfortable driving together.”
In recent weeks, more seniors have added their names to the transportation wait list, and RCRG is hopeful that additional volunteers will step behind the wheel to meet the demand.
To apply as a volunteer driver, or to learn more about the opportunity, visit www.rcrg.org/DriveForSeniors or call 604-279-7020.
RCRG’s transportation service is part of the Richmond Better at Home program, operated in partnership with the United Way of the Lower Mainland and the province.
RCRG is a registered charity that serves as a hub for volunteering and giving. RCRG is also a direct service provider, operating a child care resource and referral centre, the Richmond Christmas Fund, and a variety of seniors community support services.
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