The Village Agent Programme

Village Agents are volunteers who have been trained to work in the rural community they live to help older residents access advice and support services.

During 2012 Hampshire County Council funded a pilot scheme in partnership with Age Concern Hampshire, its success has meant funding was secured to continue to develop the programme over the next three years.

Support from Village Agents

Village Agents can help with advice on:

• getting out and about - transport for shopping, organised trips, medical appointments, local activities and events
• help around the Home - for FREE Home Fire Safety visits, gardening, maintenance, finding reputable trades people, care options, and how to use a computer.
• Money Matters - your entitlement to claim benefits and how to get debt advice

There are now 29 Village Agents operating in 21 areas across the county. Age Concern Hampshire are actively recruiting volunteers in the New Forest.

Contact a Village Agent

Contact the Village Agent Coordinator to:

• find out more
• get contact details for your nearest agent
• enquire about becoming a Village Agent

Tel: 0800 328 7154 or
Email: villageagent@ageconcernhampshire.org.uk