Ways to offer your support . Volunteers

Comments from some of our Volunteers

Ward Companions Ginny Essex and Annette Dommett
  • Ward Companions Ginny Essex and Annette Dommett:
  • "We love working in the cheerful atmosphere of the hospice, it is great to take on an active role here and to give back something to the community"
Lucy Moore and Brenda Houghton
  • Lucy Moore Receptionist and ward clerk:
  • "I thoroughly enjoy my Thursday mornings at the hospice , it is a fulfilling and rewarding time."
  • Brenda Houghton:
  • "I love working on reception and hope it helps with the running of the hospice."
Wednesday Volunteers
  • Wednesday Volunteers:
  • "We really enjoy coming here and it is such a privilege to help the patients who come to day care."
Jo – one of our hairdressers
  • Jo – one of our hairdressers:
  • "It is such an incredibly rewarding experience, patients and staff are so appreciative of what I do, it is great to see a smile on their faces."
Maureen – Passenger assistant
  • Maureen – Passenger assistant:
  • "I just love being a volunteer passenger assistant on the hospice mini bus it is lovely to meet so many people who are friendly and brave in the face of illness."