Notice: Volunteer Drivers And Escorts Wanted For Local Charity

Published on: 18 Jul, 2019
Updated on: 18 Jul, 2019

Local charity Phyllis Tuckwell is looking for volunteer drivers and escorts to help patients get to medical appointments, therapy sessions and counselling meetings at its Hospice in Farnham and the Beacon Centre in Guildford.

Phyllis Tuckwell offers a wide range of supportive and end of life care for patients and families who are living with an advanced or terminal illness, such as cancer. From medical and nursing care, to complementary therapy treatments, counselling sessions and art classes, they provide something for everyone at all stages of their illness.

Many patients are unable to drive due to their illness, and are reliant on the help of others to get to these sessions. Phyllis Tuckwell’s Care at Home team is able to provide support and care for patients in their own homes, but some of the support is group-based, such as physiotherapy exercise classes, their Brush with Art group and Day Hospice sessions. As well as benefitting from the sessions themselves, patients find support through meeting others in a similar situation and often form lasting friendships.

Volunteers will join a supportive and committed team which welcomes volunteers of all ages, from all walks of life. You’ll meet new faces and make new friends, and Phyllis Tuckwell will provide ongoing training and support to make sure you feel happy in your new role.

To find out more about becoming a volunteer driver for Phyllis Tuckwell, call Simon Pettegree or Anne Simkin on 01252 729400 or email transport.team@pth.org.uk.