Good neighbour schemes offer a helping hand to others in their neighbourhood.

Run by volunteers for the benefit of their local communities, the services offered by each group vary, but will often include transport assistance, social activities or befriending. All of them enable older people to live independently in their homes and communities for longer and reduce feelings of isolation and loneliness.

If you find it hard to get out and about or need a little help, search for your local scheme here.

If you can spare an hour or so every now and again and would like to volunteer, why not join your local scheme as a driver and duty officer? Flexible volunteering to suit you and your lifestyle - no regular commitment is required.