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LISTEN-Galway volunteers sought for visitation services for older people

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LISTEN-Galway volunteers sought for visitation services for older people

From Galway Bay FM newsroom- ALONE, the organisation that supports older people to age at home, is seeking volunteers across Galway.

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The charity is looking to fill roles in its Support & Befriending programmes, which offers companionship through weekly visits.

They're designed to reduce feelings of isolation and loneliness in older people living at home.

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Volunteers are particularly needed in Mountbellew, Ballinasloe, Loughrea, Carraroe, Clifden, and Spiddal.

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Further information can be found on the ALONE website at www.Alone.ie.

Aisling Bolton-Dowling spoke to Alone volunteer Paula Madden, who was matched with Yvonne McHugh, about their experiences with the programme:

LISTEN-Galway volunteers sought for visitation services for older people

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