A CHARITY which supports patients with leukaemia, lymphoma and other blood conditions and their loved ones in Crediton, Exeter and across Devon and the South West is seeking volunteers interested in helping to form or be part of a new supporter group in Crediton and the surrounding areas.

Exeter Leukaemia Fund would like to hear from anyone, whether new to ELF or current or previous supporters, who are interested in helping to form the group.

ELF currently has three groups based in Exmouth, Okehampton and Tiverton and is now hoping the people of Crediton will step forward.

The groups all play a vital part in the success of the charity, from organising their own fundraising activities and helping with ELF events as well as offering friendship and focus for patients, family and friends.

Tracy Milton, ELF's communications manager, said: "The supporter groups in other parts of Devon are a great success.

"Not only has many thousands of pounds been raised, but the groups have become a focal point for friendship, support and fun!"

Bridget Hill, the charity's fundraising manager, explained that she was pleased to say that one person had already expressed an interest in joining a Crediton ELF support group, notably with an interest in becoming the group's treasurer.

She explained: "The role of treasurer is an important one and I really wanted to 'bite her hand off' when she told me.

"All we need now are more volunteers who could join our one volunteer in getting the group established."

Bridget said that no experience is needed to join any of the charity's supporter groups and she added that people of all ages and from all walks of life would be welcomed.

If you are interested in helping to set up a group or being part of it, please contact the fundraising team on 01392 247725 or email: [email protected]">[email protected] .

ELF has a very popular charity shop at 6 High Street, Crediton.

The shop sells donated items such as clothes, books, bric-a-brac along with bought in merchandise and has been trading in the town since December 1999.

As well as a wide range of traditional donated items the ELF shops are also renowned for other goods sold, including knitting wool, greetings cards and new jewellery.

The shops continue to generate valuable contributions to help provide