Why volunteer?

There are many reasons to consider volunteering, below are just a few:

• Make a real difference to our patients, their families, friends and relatives
• Be part of your local hospital and help us in delivering top quality patient care
• Give something back or become more active in your local community
• Learn new skills: volunteering is a great way of learning new skills or keeping your current skills updated. All of our volunteers are invited to training sessions and we will ensure that you are fully trained to complete the role.
• Improve your CV/Application Forms: many of our volunteers have found that volunteering significantly assisted them in finding employment and helped them apply to University.
• Gain confidence and self-esteem.
• Meet other people: we have a diverse group of volunteers who you will be able to meet with. We hold annual celebration events and long service awards where you will be able to mix other volunteers.
• Do something different and fun!

In recognition of your contributions, you will also be provided with training, free car parking in hospital sites, annual events to celebrate your achievements, an ID Badge and uniform to make you feel part of the team and much more.