Volunteer Car Scheme

Whitstable Volunteer Centre has been running a Volunteer Car Scheme for many years and it is one of the largest operating in Kent.

The service enables elderly or disabled people or anyone who cannot access public transport to get to essential medical appointments, as well as other activities if resources permit such as shopping, social events etc. Without this service many people living in Whitstable would struggle to maintain their independence and be far more reliant on family and friends.

There is a yearly £5 membership fee. Each journey costs 45p per mile, plus a £1 administrative fee.

The scheme is run primarily by volunteers. Volunteer drivers use their own cars to transport clients and the volunteers who work in the transport office take calls from clients and allocate trips to drivers. The transport office is open every weekday morning between 10.00am and 12.30pm.

A paid Co-ordinator oversees the smooth running of the scheme. If you’re interested in finding out more, either as a potential client or as a volunteer, contact the Volunteer Car Scheme Co-ordinator on 01227 772248 or email carscheme@whitstablevc.org.uk.