# Thousands of DAB radios to be donated to vulnerable over 70s

- Link: https://fundraising.co.uk/2020/03/31/thousands-of-dab-radios-to-be-donated-to-vulnerable-over-70s/
- Published: 2020-03-31T09:00:32+01:00
- Author: Melanie May

**A partnership between loneliness and technology charity WaveLength, BBC local 
radio, manufacturers, and retailers will see thousands of free DAB radios offered
to vulnerable people aged over 70 to help them stay connected during the Covid-19
outbreak.**

 

 

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The scheme is part of the [BBC’s Make A Difference](https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/articles/3yrtgmkfHBbsXfQfYkJp7CF/make-a-difference)
campaign, which launched in the wake of the Coronavirus outbreak and aims to work
as a virtual community notice board, linking together those who want to give help
with those in need, and is running across all 39 BBC local radio stations in England
to help connect communities.

 

 

 

Thousands of DAB radios have been donated by Argos, Currys PC World, John Lewis &
Partners, Pure and Roberts Radio and will be distributed by loneliness charity [WaveLength](https://wavelength.org.uk/),
with batteries provided by Duracell UK.

 

 

 

Vulnerable people aged over 70 who can be nominated through an online application
form at [www.wavelength.org.uk/radiohero](http://www.wavelength.org.uk/radiohero)

 

 

 

Tony Hall, the Director-General of the BBC, said:

 

 

 

> “Local radio is a lifeline at this time and has never been more important as a
> source of trusted local news and information, and also as a companion for people
> who are isolating. We want everyone who needs access to the radio to have it, 
> that’s why we’re giving away DAB radios. I’m proud we’ve been able to coordinate
> this initiative with our partners who have been so generous in offering their 
> resources.”

 

 

 

Kesah Trowell, Head of Corporate Social Responsibility for Currys PC World, added:

 

 

 

> “Older members of our communities are already particularly vulnerable to feelings
> of loneliness and isolation, but with the added fear of the Coronavirus and no
> visits from friends or family, we hope these radios will not only keep them up
> to date with local and national news, but also help to keep them entertained and
> provide a source of comfort during this difficult time.”

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