Car Drivers

Impact

We are looking for volunteers that want to make a difference to the lives of people that live in Tyne and Wear. The role involves supporting local residents to get out and about to the following:

• Trips for food or shopping

• Social outings

• Health related trips

• Community groups or clubs

• Recreational or sports activities V

• isits to friends or relatives

Getting people out and about helps in the following ways:

• Enables independence

• Reduces social isolation

• Promotes social life and community interaction

• Has a positive effect on health and wellbeing

What you would be involved in?

There are two different types of Community Transport schemes operating that need volunteer drivers.

• Social Car Schemes are where volunteers use their own cars to drive someone wherever they need to go.

• Community bus services use volunteers who – with training - drive a mini-bus on scheduled trips.

We are looking for people who:

• A commitment of 6 months volunteering

• A valid, clean driving licence

• Access to your own roadworthy car (for Social Care Scheme)

• Valid Insurance

• Agree to have a DBS check

• Reliability

• Positive and patient attitude

• Respect for others and equal opportunities