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Redditch rides out Over 60s club turns 40 LONGDEN

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RVS Redditch Community Rides, with funding from Worcestershire Community Transport Partnership, is currently piloting a flexible service for people who struggle to use mainstream public transport or have difficulty getting around. According to Councillor John Smith, responsible for highways and transport: “The scheme will provide significant assistance to people who have difficulty in accessing mainstream services. Transport is one of the critical components to help maximise their

“We are very keen to recruit more volunteer drivers to help us respond to the demand” independence, stay in their own homes rather than care homes, and allow them to play an active part in their community.” Service Delivery Manager Ruth Nice added: “We are very keen to recruit more volunteer drivers to help us respond to the

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demand. Volunteers can expect a very rewarding experience that can be a regular commitment or on an ‘ad hoc’ basis, with full support and mileage expenses available.” New initiatives The service enables people to go on essential trips such as social activities, appointments, shopping or any other day-today activities. WRVS Redditch Community Rides will operate a door-to-door service, with volunteers driving their own cars. To volunteer or book call 0845 6010223.

he Longden and District Over 60s Club celebrated its 40th anniversary recently with a lunch party. The club welcomed guests from WRVS and the local community, including Lee Lewis, Jane Giles and Rev and Mrs Hurford. The club, established in 1972, is still a great meeting place for people in the local community to pop along for afternoon tea and enjoy a good catch-up with friends every Wednesday afternoon. With over 20 members, the club hosts regular speakers from the local area, as well as competitions and two outings a year.

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