What is your New Year resolution? Have you got any spare time and would like to dedicate it to help older people in the community?

Volunteering is a great way to meet new people, learn new skills and make a difference in other people’s lives.

Age UK Mid Mersey is looking for volunteers who would like to help with a range of activities in Halton, all designed to help older people feel included.

Would you like to meet people and be part of the team?

Halton Borough Council’s Executive Board Member for Health and Wellbeing, Cllr Marie Wright, said: “You could make a difference in people’s lives by giving your time and dedication.

“There is a range of volunteering opportunities you can get involved – you will be offered information, advice and support.”

If you are friendly and sympathetic to the needs of older people, you respect their dignity and independence and you would like to dedicate your time please visit https://www.ageuk.org.uk/midmersey/ and call 0300 003 1992.