Why volunteer?

There are lots of ways in which you can support your local hospital.  However much time you are able to give, you will be able to make a difference.  This could be a couple of hours each month or several hours a week. Any time you can give is greatly appreciated.

You will meet new people and will feel part of a team. You will gain new skills and experiences and feel you are making a real difference to patients, visitors, your local hospital and your community.

Volunteering can offer a regular routine in your life as well as being flexible to fit in with other commitments.

At Wye Valley NHS Trust we are extremely proud and grateful to all our volunteers for their commitment, time, energy and skills they give to support the hospitals, patients and visitors. 

What do volunteers, staff and patients say about their volunteering?

Feedback from volunteers

• “Volunteering at the hospital has been a valuable experience as I have watched NHS staff members’ professional manner and dedication to patient care and learned a lot from this".
• "I used to think that my confidence was very low and I wasn’t very chatty, but volunteering has helped me to make first steps in starting conversations. My confidence has grown a lot, so I now regard my communication as a strength".
• "Volunteering was daunting at first, but I could ask staff for help. Volunteering provided an opportunity to use my initiative.’’
• "I felt that I was a part of the team and I am able to help the team.’’ 

Feedback from staff about our volunteers

• "We could not be without them (volunteers) and we are very grateful for their kindness and time." 

Feedback from patients about our volunteers 

• "Makes a difference having someone (to talk to) … cheers me up. Makes me forget my problems, and a different kind of conversation.’
• "I forgot I couldn’t walk.  It was nice to talk with someone."