Community Connections Transport is a volunteer-led community transport scheme, providing affordable journeys for disabled and vulnerable Lewisham residents who are unable to use public transport safely. It offers them a lifeline by enabling them to make regular trips to social groups and day centres, as well as for practical needs like attending medical appointments, vaccination centres, and trips to the supermarket. The success of the project is wholly reliant on our volunteers who are willing to transport residents in their own cars.
‘We really enjoy driving in Lewisham and find it rewarding to make a difference to the lives of others in our community’
‘The drivers are excellent, all of them. They go above and beyond to make sure your experience is smooth and comfortable’
How can I refer myself or someone I support to Community Connections Transport?
If you have a specific journey you would like to request, either for yourself or someone else, please complete our online Transport Booking Request Form. We are happy to take referrals for one-off journeys as well as regular journeys.
If you are not sure if this is the right transport option for you and would like to find out more, please phone our team, who will be happy to tell you more about our Transport service, as well as other community transport options available in the borough of Lewisham.
What does it cost?
For Volunteer Driving, return journeys within the borough of Lewisham cost £10 total. Where there is volunteer availability we can also provide journeys outside of Lewisham, though please note this will incur additional charges to cover expenses such as congestion charges.
Volunteer with us
Along with having a positive impact on a lonely or isolated person’s life, some of the many other benefits of volunteering include boosting your confidence, learning new skills, making friends locally, and accessing free training from Age UK and its partner organisations!
‘It felt great to be helping vulnerable people in my area, plus the skills and confidence I gained helped me go on to find employment. I did quite a few training courses like First Aid, and most of all I became more aware of the different barriers residents face, such as having a physical disability, a visual impairment or dementia. It made it clear how indispensable the service is!’
Mike ~ Volunteer
If you are aged 18+ and have the time, commitment, and passion to support isolated members of your community then we’d love to hear from you! Please visit our Volunteer Page to read more or go straight to our Online Application Form. You can also get in touch with any questions by emailing our Transport Coordinator Imogen at transport@ageuklands.org.uk