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Stories of volunteers supporting the health service since 1949

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Patricia Evans, Friends of St Marks

After a long and successful career in the NHS, following retirement, Trish decided it was time to give something back.   Initially starting her career as volunteer in the gardens, she now finds herself Chairman of the Friends Group.  It is a t...

Story: - North West London

This story is about:

  1. Aging Volunteers
  2. Challenge of a changing NHS
  3. ex NHS Staff
  4. Making A Difference
  5. Patient Support
  6. Volunteering In Retirement

Pat Moreno, Friends Of St Marks

Pat began hospital volunteering once she had retired from work. Initially it was at Stanmore with the friends group there and now it is at St Marks.   Her main contribution has been in the tea bar, where she also runs a trolley service up to the t...

Story: Pat Moreno - North West London, Stanmore

This story is about:

  1. Lockdown
  2. Tea Bars
  3. Trolley Service