Many of the Guild’s volunteers have been with us for many years, including Ros and Steve. Here are their views of being a volunteer at Barts and why they continue to enjoy the role.
“There is something very special about the Guild – a great culture of care for the patients and for each other. Many of my fellow volunteers have been with the Guild for many years. The camaraderie and teamwork that we share is wonderful and we all get joy from serving others. This kind of volunteering is very satisfying. We hope that the patients enjoy our visits to their wards as much as we do.”
“I was working in the Shop one Saturday and the Trolley volunteer couldn’t attend. I was asked to step in. I was a bit reluctant but I did the round and l am so glad that I did. It is so rewarding and I have carried on ever since. I still work in the Shop serving customers, covering volunteer leave and helping with other tasks too.
“Patients look forward to the Trolley coming to their ward. Sadly, many patients don’t have visitors and the chance to buy themselves a small treat and have a brief chat with the Guild volunteer gives them real pleasure.
“It is great to know that Barts patients, visitors and staff really appreciate the Guild’s services. Customers often thanked me for a job well done when I was working as a heating engineer. That was great but not a patch on volunteering because when customers tell me how much the Trolley means to them I feel 20 feet tall.”
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