Friends Voices

Stories of volunteers supporting the health service since 1949

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Marie Pearson, Friends of Oaklands

Having worked in the care home for many years, Marie wanted to continue her association with the place, and the residents through volunteering. She is a regular at the Friends coffee mornings for residents, where her natural affinity with them and th...

Story: Marie Pearson - Essex, Laindon

Catherine Wood, Friends of Oaklands

A move to a portfolio career in nursing, gives Catherine the time to consider ways to volunteer in her community. A care home provides the perfect opportunity for a new project, supporting not only the residents and families, but by creating a regula...

Story: Catherine Wood - Essex, Laindon

Robert Hackett, Friends of Oaklands

A member of the local church, Bob was drawn to the volunteering to support a friend living with dementia. If Bob can help, he does, be it offering communion, helping with activities, keeping the garden tidy, or encouraging friends and family to join ...

Story: Robert Hackett -

Mary McNulty, Friends of Barnes Hospital

Mary is the longest standing member of the League of Friends for Barnes Hospital, after being the Secretary for more than 20 years. She joined after retiring early from teaching social policy and was looking for something to fit her skills, within a ...

Story: Mary McNulty - London