Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is proud to announce the success of its volunteer celebration event, held during the 40th anniversary of National Volunteers Week.
The event, which took place on Tuesday 4 June 2024, aimed to recognise and appreciate the invaluable contributions made by volunteers supporting mental health services in the Black Country.
The volunteer celebration event brought together a diverse group of individuals, who selflessly dedicate their time to improve the lives of patients in specialist mental health, learning disability, and community healthcare services.
Volunteers engage in a range of activities, from providing companionship and support to patients, to organising therapeutic activities and gardening, assisting with administrative tasks, and providing service feedback. As a team, they help to improve the overall healthcare experience for patients.
The event featured heartfelt speeches from managers and staff, expressing gratitude for the volunteers’ unwavering support. Volunteers were also presented with certificates of appreciation, as a token of recognition for their exceptional service.
Jeremy Vanes, Chair at Black Country Healthcare Foundation Trust said: “We are incredibly grateful for the dedication and compassion demonstrated by our volunteers.
They are an integral part of our hospital community, and their unwavering support and feedback enhances the quality of care we provide.”
Rebecca Craddock, Volunteer Coordinator at the Trust said: “Our volunteers play a vital role in supporting mental health and learning disability services and we are extremely grateful for the time and knowledge they provide.
“We believe that volunteers are instrumental in creating a compassionate and supportive environment for our patients and we are actively seeking volunteers to join our dedicated team of 90+ volunteers and improve services.
By joining our team, volunteers have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of those accessing our services in the Black Country. It will also help us to build happier and healthier communities.”
Passionate individuals interesting in volunteering at the Trust are encouraged to contact bchft.volunteers@nhs.net.
