Volunteer Application Form

• All drivers must have a full British driving licence. Their vehicle must have a current MOT certificate and tax disc (if applicable).

• All drivers will be asked to produce written evidence that they have informed their insurance company of their intention to be a volunteer driver for Oakhaven Hospice Trust and that they have fully comprehensive insurance. A standard letter and return form will be provided so that you can comply with this condition.

• Drivers are required to undertake a driving assessment with a Road Safety Officer from Hampshire County Council. This consists of an accompanied drive in your own vehicle lasting about an hour. The fee for the assessment will be paid by Oakhaven.

• Fitness to drive is subject to a confidential review by the Occupational Health Department.

• We require drivers to bring day patients to the Day Hospice on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, to arrive at approximately 10.30am and to take patients home at 3.30pm. Sometimes in-patients also need transport home. Occasionally day trips, carers’ afternoons and coffee mornings are organised for which transport may be required.

• If you use your own vehicle, a mileage allowance will be provided on completion of a monthly claim form.

The catchment area for Oakhaven stretches approximately from Highcliffe in the west to Hythe/ Marchwood in the east, and from the Totton area in the north to Lymington in the south.

Are you willing to cover all these areas? If no, state the area you are prepared to cover: