HOSPITAL, HOSPICE & HEALTH VOLUNTEERING

Large numbers of volunteers work at the local hospital and hospice. This is perhaps one of the most popular types of volunteering. Teams of volunteers work on rota systems so you can help as little or often as you like.
For a career in medicine, nursing or social work this provides valuable experience.

HOSPITAL WARD VISITORS

• If you would enjoy helping around the wards, this is for you
• Volunteers chat to patients, help with refreshments etc
• Volunteers work on a rota system, usually once a week
• Hemel Hempstead Hospital
• All necessary forms available from Dacorum Volunteer Bureau

HOSPITAL WARD TROLLEY

• Meet people and help to make patients more comfortable
• The trolley stocks items such as toiletries and sweets
• 1 or 2 afternoons a week

HOSPICE AT HOME VISITORS

• You could help a patient and their family
• Volunteers provide social contact and help with light tasks
• Tasks may include reading, talking, listening etc.

HOSPITAL VISITORS CANTEEN

• Work as part of a busy team
• Serving refreshments, crisps and sweets
• On a rota - most days of the week

Don't forget:
Volunteering can increase your skills and help you in your own life.
Could it make a difference to your CV?

Interested in Time to Time Volunteering?

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