Friends Voices

Stories of volunteers supporting the health service since 1949

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Chris was introduced to the League of Friends of Uckfield Hospital by an ex-colleague. He was encouraged to take up the role as Treasurer of the League. Chris had been in and out of hospital a few times and wanted to give something back.

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Story: Chris Bendall – East Sussex, Uckfield

Namrata Walia, Aphasia Re-Connect

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Rachael Talbot, Friends of Acorn Lodge

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Story: Rachael Talbot – Nuneaton

Samira Abu, Friends of Aspen Court

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Story: Samira Abu – London

For most of her life, Riki has been involved either with schools or with care homes. She also studied psychology for 3 years, knowing that she would end up working in the care sector.

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Story: Riki Bill – Bedfordshire, Luton

Brentwood Community Hospital League of Friends

Brentwood Community Hospital was founded in 1934 by the collective efforts of Brentwood residents. Brentwood community leaders hosted sporting contests, plays, social events, and raffles to raise funds for building the hospital. 

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