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Created by potrace 1.16, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2019
Created by potrace 1.16, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2019

Volunteer Stories

Created by potrace 1.16, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2019

Sarah's Story

“I know that the patients and families I encounter are going through some of the hardest moments of their lives. Being able to provide even a small amount of comfort or kindness is truly special.”


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Caleb and Hok Ping’s story

“Sorting through a bag of donations, getting them ready for the shop floor—there’s something really satisfying about it.”

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Elaine's story

“I like to stay busy, whether it’s sorting, steaming, or labelling items, there’s always something to do. And that’s what I enjoy.”

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Jane's story

“I am fairly practical and creative and so this role really suits me. You don’t have to be experienced but a love of bringing furniture back to life really helps."

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Nisha's story

“Volunteering has not only helped me develop as a person but also allowed me to contribute to something larger than myself.”

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Drew's story

"Whenever I walk around the lake at Bray now I feel a little bit of pride that I am contributing to such a worthy charity."

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Gemma's story

“There are so many positives to volunteering here. I also do paid work but the Hospice is really flexible and lets me fit my paid work around my volunteering."

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Jan's story

“I would encourage everyone to volunteer, we have a lot of good fun. I just love it.”

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Janette's story

“Staff are very caring, appreciative and incredibly grateful for any time you can give. I know I am a small part of the Hospice but I am made to feel that I am an essential part of running the shop."

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Kevin's story

“Volunteering brightens up my day and after a morning in the shop, I go home and feel good within myself. It certainly makes me feel a whole load better.”

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Our services are free of charge to all those in our community who need vital hospice care but this is only made possible through the charitable support and generosity of our amazing community. We need to raise £34,000 each day to fund our services 365 days a year to the people who need us most.

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