How we work
Funding
Our modest operating expenses are covered entirely from donations and fund-raising. Those benefiting from our services are encouraged to make contributions, but these are entirely voluntary.
Organisation
The management committee of Oxshott Care is elected annually by the members - all of the volunteers. This committee is responsible for policy and overall administrative and financial management. There are a number of Duty Officers, who manage the day-to-day services.
Contact system
The main contact for those who need help is through a mobile phone (07950 478329). This is answered by a Duty Officer between 9 and 12 am on weekdays (Mon-Fri) and allows messages to be left at other times. These are dealt with on the following weekday.
The Duty Officers log all calls and try to find a suitable volunteer for each request using a WhatsApp group. We handle an average of about one call per day, although the frequency is very variable throughout the year.
“We are very fortunate to have many fantastic and very dedicated volunteers for Oxshott care, each one playing a vital part in helping our local residents”Edward Pertwee, former Chairman of Oxshott Care