Winter Friends

Each winter, public services come under pressure in Cornwall due to a variety of factors including severe weather, flu virus etc. This year, we are determined to be ahead of the game so Volunteer Cornwall is looking for people to support others in their community this coming winter.

Roles will vary depending on what you want to get involved in but could include:

• Visiting older residents to make sure they have access to all the support they need
• Picking up prescriptions for people with flu
• Helping keep pavements and driveways in your neighbourhood clear of ice and snow
• Supporting homeless charities and Cornwall Council with extra residents in the event of a cold snap
• Acting as an information point for the local community in the event of severe weather and feeding information back to agencies on community needs
• Volunteer driving – particularly if you have a 4×4 vehicle.

Volunteers are required in all parts of the county. You can get involved in as much or as little activity as you wish to suit the time you have available.

We will contact you when there is a need for your help and you can say yes or no on a case by case basis.

You should not be out of pocket for getting involved and we may be able to offer other training and support depending on the role you are fulfilling.

 

To sign up as a ‘Winter Friend’ in your community, contact Volunteer Cornwall:

 

In the East, call us on 01579 344818 or email east@volunteercornwall.org.uk

In MidCornwall call us on 01726 71087 or email mid@volunteercornwall.org.uk

In the West, call us on 01209 217614 or email west@volunteercornwall.org.uk

*** See the article from the local press by clicking here ***

You can also visit the Cornwall Council Emergency Management Pages where you will find their ‘Snow Advice Pack’ & lots of other useful information by clicking here

*** Now available – Cornwall’s NEW Winter Wellness Guide – Click on Link Below ***

Winter wellbeing A5 booklet -FINAL