Former cancer patients in Dorset needed to help others
University Hospitals Dorset is looking for volunteers for a new project
Former cancer patients in Dorset are being sought, to help others going through the same experience now.
University Hospitals Dorset (UHD) is looking for volunteers for what they're calling an 'innovative cancer care project'.
A pilot scheme, funded by Wessex Cancer Alliance, will see people working with cancer teams at the Royal Bournemouth and Poole Hospitals, to provide support to those undergoing treatment.
That'll be either face to face or through phone calls, to offer health and wellbeing support for an agreed period of time.
The volunteers can be either former patients, or friends and family members of someone who's been impacted by cancer, that want to make a difference.
Claire Smith, Lead Cancer Nurse at UHD, said:
“This is a really rewarding role that is about supporting patients during their cancer care and treatment. By providing advice, friendship and solidarity to someone throughout one of the hardest times of their life, volunteers are able to make a tangible and lasting difference through their lived experiences.
"In return, volunteers can expect to receive comprehensive training and support, and be a welcome addition to our hospital community.”
You can email Claire.Smith@uhd.nhs.uk for more information or to sign up.