Age UK in Plymouth is appealing for volunteers to help elderly neighbours who are feeling lonely.
To mark national Older People's Day, the charity has launched a new lottery-funded project to recruit 'community companions' across the city.
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If you think you might qualify for help from Age UK, call 01752 256020 or visit ageuk.org.uk