reducing isolation within our communities
We provide friendly environments for our clients to be socially active, reduce isolation and promote positive health and wellbeing. Our new website is launching soon.
01789 262889
hello@vasa.org.uk
John Jackson
“Volunteer driving is a life line for me. My wife died last summer, and for a time I was lonely and bereft. I was welcomed with open arms by VASA and now drive 3 times a week. This is a vital service to the community which has made a huge difference to my life!”
Our Services
Find out about our services by clicking on the boxes below.
You can re click to close them too.
Community Transport
We offer a volunteer led Community Transport service for medical appointments or to groups and activities that help overcome isolation and loneliness. Covering: Stratford, Warwick, Leamington Spa, Kenilworth, Southam, Alcester, Shipston and the surrounding villages. We use Road XS community transport software (find out more).
Reliable Service
All our volunteer drivers are DBS checked, referenced and carry VASA ID
What does it cost
Clients pay our volunteers 45p per mile and a £2 admin fee to help us sustain the service. The fees are paid to your driver and two hours of waiting time is included in the cost of the booking.
If your appointment will take longer, just let us know and we’ll arrange a later pick up or see if the driver can wait longer.
How to book a journey
Our booking line is open Monday to Friday between 9.30am and 3pm. Please give us 3 days notice if possible.
Call 01789 262889
Email transport@vasa.org.uk
Day Support / Respite
Sessions are booked for up to 5 hours a day. Activities are based around individual skills and needs to ensure they get the most out of their time with us in comfortable surroundings and feel safe and relaxed.
Professional Service
Our staff are fully trained with enhanced DBS checks in place.
How Much Does it Cost?
£35 per day including lunch
When and Where is it Offered?
Every Tuesday at Elizabeth House, Church Street, Stratford upon Avon, CV37 6HB
Every Monday at Rainbow Fields, Darlingsctote Road, Shipston on Stour, CV36 4BU
Every Thursday at Laurence Mackie House, St Peters Road, Wellesbourne, Warwick, CV35 9PN
How Do I Book?
Our office is open Monday to Friday between 9.00am and 3pm
Call 01789 262889
Email services@vasa.org.uk
Activities
A programme of 1 hour sessions. Chair exercise, Singing for Fun & Wellbeing are amongst the many activities planned.
What Can I Get Involved In?
Chair Exercise: a low impact class you can enjoy sitting down, which is perfect for improving balance and strength. Followed by tea, coffee and good conversation.
Singing for fun & Wellbeing: it’s well known that singing raises your spirits. Join us for a rousing hour of popular song. We’ve been belting out an eclectic mix from ABBA, The Beatles through to Judy Garland. New songs added all the time. It doesn’t matter if you are tone deaf – just come along and have fun. Followed by tea, coffee and good conversation.
We are always on the look out for opportunities to grow the activities on offer. If you would like to suggest a new activity, or even come and help run one, then please get in touch.
Where and When is it Offered and at What Cost?
Chair Exercise
1st Wednesday of each month at Elizabeth House, Church Street, Stratford upon Avon, CV37 6HB.
Time: 2pm to 2.45pm
Cost: £5
Singing for Fun
Every Thursday (except the last in the month) at Elizabeth House, Church Street, Stratford upon Avon, CV37 6HB.
Time: 11am to 12pm
Cost £3
How Do I Book?
Please note booking is essential.
Our office is open between 9am and 3pm Monday to Friday.
Call 01789 262880
Email hello@vasa.org.uk
Wheelchair Loans
We loan out our donated wheelchairs to the public on short or long term loans. All our wheelchairs are maintained and we’ll show you how to set them up. Donation welcome.
How Do I Book?
Please note booking is essential.
Our office is open between 9am and 3pm Monday to Friday.
Call 01789 262880
Email hello@vasa.org.uk