Food Train Connects aims to match two groups of people. • Older people (aged 65+) throughout Scotland requiring a little bit of a helping hand to continue living comfortably and contentedly at home; and • Volunteers who are willing to provide that regular support to help improve the quality of life of someone living nearby. Food Train Connects can provide vital shopping provision for anyone over 65. The customer will be matched up with a volunteer shopper in their area who will then carry out weekly shopping trips for the customer. Food Train Connects exists to provide support for older people by making these vital connections.

Food Train Connects aims to match two groups of people. • Older people (aged 65+) throughout Scotland requiring a little bit of a helping hand to continue living comfortably and contentedly at home; and • Volunteers who are willing to provide that regular support via telephone to help improve the quality of life of an older person. Food Train Connects exists to provide support for older people by making these vital connections. • Volunteer Phone Friends who are able to make weekly or fortnightly calls to a Food Train Customer and provide a supportive, listening ear. You will also be required to provide a brief report of date / length of call and highlight any issues of concern to Food Train staff. Volunteer’s will use their own phone, guidance will be given on keeping their number hidden for security. We don’t offer expenses for the Phone Friends role. The calls are for about 30 min every week or fortnight.