Feedback from staff and volunteers
From staff
“Our volunteer is a real asset to the team and recovery of our gents. She supports them through social activities with such a lovely caring and empathetic nature”
CNTW Ward Manager
“Just to say how much we appreciate our volunteer being part of the team. He is a lovely Gentleman and such a delight to have around…[he] is a natural encourager and has a lovely way with the patients and staff”
CNTW support staff
“Our volunteers provide extra help and care to our patients, making the patient experience more person centred and individualised”
CNTW Team Manager
“The volunteers assist with the staff and work alongside the clinical team. They offer support and build relationships with the patients. With their help it often gives more opportunity for more patients to attend group activities and community outings. Thank you”
CNTW Occupational Therapy staff
I volunteer in CNTW…
“I volunteer because I love helping people without wanting anything in return. Also I love working with the amazing lovely patients and I learn new skills”
Social Activities Volunteer
“It has taken a lot effort to get to where I am today following my health problems and I love volunteering and I’m feeling now positive about the future I will not forget…all of the ongoing support I have received from staff”
Volunteer
“I am so proud to be part of the CNTW voluntary services team, I feel everyone looks after each other. I am glad I can help and learn more skills”
Social Activities Volunteer
“No matter who you are, you can make a profound positive impact to service users’ lives. Volunteering facilitates the development of professional, long-lasting relationships. There is a diverse array of opportunities available to suit all time commitments”
Volunteer
“There are opportunities to progress within your role, take on other roles and undertake further training”
Volunteer
“There is an incredibly supportive and hardworking team behind the scenes to answer any questions you may have. The team organise great events to bring everyone together, whether that be the bi-monthly coffee mornings, individual meetings, fundraisers or festive events”
Social Activities Volunteer