Stories of volunteers supporting the health service since 1949
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Iris Williams, Glan Clwyd Hospital League of FriendsVolunteering for Iris has been a new beginning. She describes it as a way of getting out, meeting people, and building her confidence.The Friends couldn't have been more encouraging, helpful and, supportive....
Colin Griffith, Glan Clwyd Hospital League of FriendsColin has always chatted to people in the local community, be it in his role in retail, or being a parent governor at his children's school. Now he volunteers on the welcome desk (previously run by the RVS) and the League of Friends Coffee Shop. H...
Kate Owen, Glan Clwyd League of FriendsVolunteering actively became part of Kate's life when she was 16. It was foundational to her career as a nurse. Working in both England and Wales, Kate was able to see first hand, the difference a Friends Group can make in a hospital.Now retired, ...
In this interview, Merfyn Tomos, a 71-year old volunteer, discusses his involvement with the League of Friends of Glan Clwyd. He began volunteering after semi-retirement to give back to the NHS, inspired by his daughter's care experience. Merfyn volu...
Glan Clwyd League of FriendsGlan Clwyd League of Friends, also known as the Urdd Cyfeillion Ysbyty Glan Clwyd, is a charitable organisation dedicated to supporting patients, staff, and the overall operations of Glan Clwyd Hospital. Founded in 1974 by a group of farmer...