Volunteering
 Oakhaven's Voluntary Services Group supports and enhances the work of the hospice staff and is a highly respected and much valued part of the team. Our volunteers form an award-winning team and their contribution to the local community was recognised by the 2004 Queen's Award for Voluntary Service. Over 240 volunteers devote over 36,000 hours of their time each year, performing a vast range of activities that includes:
- Serving meals and refreshments
- Administration
- Gardening
- Reception services
- Maintenance
- Library facilities
- Fundraising
- Manning retail shops
- Driving/patient transport
- Craft activities
Some volunteers provide their time as and when they are able, others commit to a certain number of hours on a more regular basis. Relatives and carers of patients very often comment on the support they have had from Oakhaven's volunteers when writing to express their appreciation of the care that they and their loved one have received.
Every volunteer, regardless of where at Oakhaven they choose to contribute their time, is a highly respected and valued member of the team. Without our volunteers, Oakhaven would not be able to provide the level of service it does to those in the New Forest and Waterside community suffering from life-limiting illnesses.
Oakhaven are committed to holding regular communication sessions between staff and volunteers and numerous social activities for volunteers are organised throughout the year.
Quotes:
"It's just wonderful, you get far more out than you put in."
"I enjoy working with a nice bunch of people and I'm pleased to be able to support the hospice in various ways."
"I get a real buzz from being able to give something back to the hospice. Being part of the volunteers team is very fulfilling . there is so much choice in terms of how you can get involved, and no matter what you're doing you are always meeting inspirational people and having fun too."
Can you help?
We are currently looking for reception staff and individuals to cover weekend duties in the In-Patient Unit.
Please call Lynda Hayward on 01590 677198 or email info@oakhavenhospice.co.uk to request a Volunteer Information Pack.
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