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Volunteers needed to save clipping service
9:34am Saturday 10th May 2008
PEOPLE using Age Concern Wiltshire's toe nail cutting service are concerned that their regular visits could soon cease.
After two successful years, funding for clinics has come to an end.
The charity is now looking for volunteers to cut toes nails in the established clinics across Wiltshire.
Nationally, nearly one third of older people are unable to cut their own toenails.
Liddy Davidson, director of Age Concern Wiltshire said: "Recruiting new volunteers is now essential if we are to maintain this key service.
"It is frustrating enough that we are unable to take on any more older people but ultimately we may have to close the service."
Volunteers are needed to help cut nails at clinics in Corsham, Trowbridge, Melksham, and Bradford on Avon. If you can help, call (01380) 727767.
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