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International Year of Volunteers - 2001 Would you like to w[ TELEMARKETING
There has never been a better time to be a volunteer, as the United FROM HOME
Nations has declared 2001 as the International Year of Volunteers, in West Swindon?
known as IYV2001 writes Sarah Codd, coordinator of Swindon Vol- Flexible, varied work
unteers. Find out how you can get involved
with the work that goes in your Access to a computer essential
Throughout the year and beyond less of causes they care about. community - paid and voluntary.
there is going to be a way to recog- If every volunteer in Swindon Come along and meet the team Call for more details on
nise volunteers worldwide. Anew wore one the town would be a sea 771239
responsible for youth work, play
symbol, an orange and blue col- of orange of blue, and it would be
development and community work
oured ribbon has been introduced a very visual reminder that volun- in West Swindon on Distributors wanted
as part of the celebrations for teering is a mass movement, not
Tuesday 13th February,
IYV2001. Over the last ten years, the preserve of the few. 12 noon to 2pm • 6pm to 8pm Reliable distributors for
ribbons have been associated with Swindon Volunteers, as the lo- in the Link Centre Mall. The Link are needed across
a whole range of causes, red for cal organisation providing advice West and North Swindon.
HIV / Aids and pink for breast can- and information about volunteer- For details, or if you For details
cer, but what makes the orange ing is going to be celebrating cannot attend, ring call BHL Distribution
and blue ribbon different is that it IYV2001 in a big way in Volun- Martin Hawes on 465452 Swtno J on 723745.
recognises all volunteers, regard- teers' Week, 1 June to 7 June, and
apart from making sure that every
Sarah, holding the volunteers ribbon
volunteer in Swindon has access
to a ribbon, we plan to put on an A NEW YEAR — A NEW CHALLENGE!
event to recognise the value of vol-
unteering to society. Volunteers needed to escort older people to
All organisations, community
groups or associations that involve and from our Day Centre in Haydon Wick.
volunteers in their work, organi-
sations working with volunteers Day Centre helpers also required.
in the public, voluntary and com-
munity sectors and all employers, For further information contact Patsy Newton
across all sectors, who support
their employees volunteering can at Age Concern Swindon on 01793 692166
be involved in celebrating IYV2001. SWINDON
So if you or your organisation
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would like to be kept up to date AGE
with what is happening, call me on
420557. C^"
Charity No. 800056
Volunteers wanted in North Swindon
Helpers are needed to improve the lives of older people in the town.
Age Concern Swindon is making an appeal for escorts to help older
people to and from Fessey Day Centre, Haydon Wick. Day centre
helpers are also needed. DI RTFI N DERS
Applicants will need to be physically fit. Travel expenses are paid
within Swindon and training is given.
If you have two to three hours a week to spare and would like to take
advantage of this opportunity to help older people, please contact YOUR LOCAL CARPET &
Patsy Newton at Age Concern Swindon on 692166.
Shop still does the business UPHOLSTERY CLEANERS
Fleet Street in the town centre will be pedestrianised in the next few
weeks and staff at the Age Concern Swindon shop are looking forward
to more trade. That means they need donations of good quality
clothing, bric a brac and books. DOMESTIC & COMMERCIAL
Drop off items in person or call 692166 to arrange collection.

Are you interested in • Deep down carpet cleaning
community work in West Swindon
Would you be interested in a job working in and for your local • Fast efficient service
community?, asks Martin Hawes.
Well here's a chance to talk to give you all the information on • De-odourisation treatments
members of Swindon Borough what is available on your door-
Council's Community Education step.
West Team who are responsible Two 'meet the team' sessions are • Free estimates and advice
for youth work, play development being held in the Link Centre Mall
and community development in on Tuesday 13 February, 12 noon
the area. to 3pmand in the evening between • Quality workmanship guaranteed
We are holding an open day for 6pm and 8pm.
you to come and have a look at the Come along and see the displays, 24 HOUR EMERGENCY CALL OUT
work we do and to see what op- pick up some information leaflets
portunities there are for getting and have a chat with team mem-
paid, or voluntary work, in the bers.
community. If you wish to know more about
Whether you are interested in the open day, or cannot attend on
part-time or full-time work we can 13 February, do call me on 465452.