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Volunteer Driver
When We Need You
From 01/07/2004 onwards
About Opportunity
Volunteers are asked to register with the schems and provide the names of two references, proof of driving license, MOT documentation and Insurance. Drivers are then contacted by the volunteer telephonist or co-ordinator and asked if they are available for certain journeys. They are under no obligation to accept a journey, but if they do all information and passenger needs are passed on. Journeys vary in time and length, but volunteers can do as many as is suitable to them.
Availability
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About Lochaber Community Care Forum
To provide accessible transport options for people in Lochaber who have difficulty with public transport. The service is available through volunteer drivers using their own vehicles.
Skills & Experience
Driving skills and a willingness to help others. An understanding of elderly people's needs are helpful.
Travel Details
Where the volunteers are the service is available. Volunteers will generally be asked in their own area, but further afield may sometimes be required.
Requirements
Application Form, Informal Chat, References
Training and Induction Details
A full explanation of what is required. Community Transport Association Community Car Scheme Driver Training course is provided. Other courses - first aid and manual handling.
Work Type
Driving / escorting
Client Group
Elderly
Expenses Detail
35p when expenses claim form is returned to the co-ordinator.
Accessibility Details
No Wheelchair Access
No Disabled Toilet
Frequency & Commitment
No minimum commitment required.
Minimum Age
No minimum age has been specified for this opportunity
Volunteers Required
1
Reference Code
43-151
Opportunity Provided By
Contact Details
An Drochaid
Claggan Road
PH33 6PH
Contact: Signpost
Tel: 01397-706044
Email: Flora.McKee@valochaber.org
Website: http://www.valochaber.org
