Outline how a growing and ageing population can affect volunteer organisations. Provide an example to support your answer. (3 marks)
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- A growing and ageing population increases demand for volunteer services. More elderly people require assistance with daily activities, transport, and social support.
- Simultaneously, the traditional volunteer workforce is also ageing. Many current volunteers are reaching retirement age or developing health issues. This reduces the available volunteer pool when demand is highest.
- For example, St Vincent de Paul Society faces increased demand for home visits and support services. However, many volunteers are elderly themselves and may no longer manage physical tasks or transport requirements.
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- A growing and ageing population increases demand for volunteer services. More elderly people require assistance with daily activities, transport, and social support.
- Simultaneously, the traditional volunteer workforce is also ageing. Many current volunteers are reaching retirement age or developing health issues. This reduces the available volunteer pool when demand is highest.
- For example, St Vincent de Paul Society faces increased demand for home visits and support services. However, many volunteers are elderly themselves and may no longer manage physical tasks or transport requirements.