Link 6 - Good Neighbour Scheme

Visit our site at https://link6andrwb.org.uk/

WHAT IS LINK 6 & RWB?

Link 6 & RWB (or Link6 for short) is a GOOD NEIGHBOUR SCHEME for people who need a little help from time to time. The sort of things we can do include driving to and from hospital appointments, hairdresser, or shopping. We can also take you for a walk, come and have a chat or read to you, maybe change a light bulb or sew a hem. There is no predefined list; if you have a need, we will see what we can do to help.

Our aim is to complement other services already in existence, such as Connect and Social services, your family and friends.

WHO CAN USE LINK 6?

Anybody who has a need can request our service - there is no age limit; we will however undertake a basic assessment of need. Sometimes the need is temporary , e.g. if you have broken your arm and cannot drive, we may be able to help for a few days until you get a more permanent arrangement in place. We are all DBS checked so we can work with old and young alike.

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?

Link 6 relies on donations to keep going. We invite people who use the service to make a voluntary donation via an envelope. You pay what you can afford, or what you think the service is worth.

HOW DO I USE LINK 6?

You call our phone line 07879 394666 between the hours of 09.00 am and 1.00 pm Monday to Friday. You may get the answerphone as we do not permanently man the phone. We would ask for 48 hours’ notice at least, as we need to try to match a volunteer to your request. We cannot guarantee that we will always be able to assist, but we will do our level best.

I WOULD LIKE TO HELP – WHAT DO I DO NEXT?

We are looking for committee members (not a very arduous task) and also volunteers. Volunteers can specify how much (or little) time they have available to help and will have to undergo a DBS check. You don’t have to be a car driver to be a volunteer, but if you do have a car and a clean driving licence, we would love to hear from you. Potential volunteers should contact ring 07879 384666 or complete the volunteer form on our website https://link6andrwb.org.uk/volunteer-enquiry/

 
Our site is at - https://link6andrwb.org.uk/
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