Friends Voices

Stories of volunteers supporting the health service since 1949

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Zenaide Dlamini, Friends of Newcross Care Home 

Studying in sixth form meant that Zenaide had to get involved in volunteering. It clearly has become more to her, as she lights up talking about her developing friendships with residents.Unexpectedly it turned into paid work, and Zenaide shares he...

Story: Zenaide Dlamini - West Midlands, Wolverhampton

Janessa Rhys-Jones, The Together Project (Songs & Smiles)

Janessa Rhys-Jones, 35, is a volunteer with the Songs & Smiles program of The Together Project at the One Tower Bridge Road Care Home, assisting with music sessions uniting older and younger generations.Initially attending as a participant with h...

Story: Janessa Rhys-Jones - London

Rosie Durham, Friends of One Tower Bridge Road

Rosie Durham has always had a passion for working with intergenerational charities. Rosie was drawn to working with older people, particularly those in care homes, and began by volunteering weekly, engaging residents through activities like manicures...

Story: Rosie Durham - London

Sian Gabari, Ealing Hospital League of Friends

Initially Sian was introduced to the Friends while at school, as a way of considering a career in the NHS. While following a different career path, Sian has continued to volunteer for the Friends throughout the remainder of school, university, and no...

Story: Sian Gabari - West London