As health and social care services work together so the volunteering that takes place also spans both health and social care
Volunteering & Health - What impact does it really have?
To find out precisely what impact volunteering has on health, Volunteering England commissioned the University of Wales, Lampeter to undertake a systematic review of published research.
Impact Assessment
Assessing the Impact of Volunteering in the NHS: Service evaluations of volunteering in five NHS Trusts and the approach taken
Volunteers across the NHS
These guidelines are intended for anyone who manages volunteers in any NHS setting.
110 volunteer roles
110 different roles for volunteers in health and social care settings
Why involve volunteers?
Volunteers can do all sort of things! From reading newspapers to people with poor sight, to helping with schoolwork on children's ward.
Volunteers are a key tool to achieving the Next Stage Review DARZI objectives, making the service provided to patients more Personalised, Fair, Effective and Safe.
How to involve volunteers?
If you are thinking of involving volunteers in a health and social care setting the following people/ organisations will be helpful.
The Volunteer Services Manager in your NHS Trust
Your local Volunteer Centre
