For day seventeen of our charity advent calendar, Bristol24/7 is spotlighting The Sprint, which describes itself as “more than just a bus”.
Based at The Inns Court Community & Family Centre in Knowle West, the community bus service provides door-to-door transport for those that need it.
The charity has become a lifeline to its 300 members by giving them the means to get out into their communities – for doctor’s appointments, shopping trips, family and friend visits, days out and more.
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The cost-of-living crisis is having an impact on The Sprint’s members, with many of them buying less food during their weekly shopping trips or not able to join in with regular pub meals or days out anymore.
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