TORRIDGE, North, Mid and West Devon wants people to be part of the next 80 years of its history by volunteering with them.

The Citizens Advice service started almost 80 years ago on the eve of the Second World War and is supported by 22,000 volunteers across England and Wales

As part of Volunteers’ Week, which runs today, Saturday, June 1 to Friday, June 7, Citizens Advice Torridge, North, Mid and West Devon wants to thank current volunteers for their contribution and welcome new recruits to help bring the charity into its next 80 years.

The 140 volunteers at Citizens Advice Torridge, North, Mid and West Devon contribute 775 hours each week and last year helped 17,621 people with 28,061 problems, such as debt, housing, benefit and employment issues.

Volunteers at Citizens Advice help in roles such as giving clients information and advice, raising funds, keeping the service running smoothly, and helping with the strategic direction of the organisation.

Pat and Jon in Barnstaple quoted: “We became volunteers after we retired as we wanted an interesting challenge, and to give something back to the local community. Everyday is stimulating with new people to help and different problems to solve.”

Volunteers at Citizens Advice come from a range of backgrounds and ages to contribute their time and skills to help deliver this important service.

The benefits are many and our volunteers increase skills and confidence while meeting new people and making a positive difference to people’s lives.

Vicki Rowe, Chief Officer at Citizens Advice Torridge, North, Mid and West Devon said: “Our volunteers contribute their time and energy to make a huge difference to people’s lives and help keep our vital service running.

“If you’d like to help people in your community, and can spare a few hours a week, we’d love to hear from you.”

Anyone interested in finding out more about volunteering with Citizens Advice Torridge, North, Mid and West Devon should email: [email protected] .

For more information about the types of roles offered visit the website: citizensadvice.org .