Janette 

My husband had been a patient in the Hospice in 1996 and the care was exceptional.

I was a trained nurse and later went on to work at the hospice for a few years in the inpatient unit. It was difficult emotionally at first being in the rooms my husband had been in, but it got easier.

When I think back to my time working in the ward it was like a big family - everyone was so friendly.

I moved to Aberdeen and volunteered at Roxburghe House (a hospice) for 14 years one day a week. I really enjoyed it and when I moved back to this area I sought out volunteering opportunities with Strathcarron.

I have been a befriender as part of the Compassionate Communities team, helped with flower arranging in the Hospice and have helped in the kitchen serving teas, coffees and lunch.

Strathcarron is such a wonderful place, I am happy to give what time I can to help. I have really enjoyed my volunteering experiences.

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If you would like to discuss how you would like to volunteer at Strathcarron Hospice, please complete an Application Form or contact our Volunteer Service Co-ordinator Eileen Ashford on Tel. No. 01324 826222 Ext 271 or e-mail [email protected].

Eileen will arrange for you to come up for a chat so that we can understand how best to use your skills and expertise and what roles would be best suited for you.

By volunteering with us you can make a real difference.

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* Certain roles within the Hospice are subject to a Disclosure Scotland Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) check.  Prior to the meeting with the Volunteer Service Co-Ordinator, volunteers will be notified of the documents required where a role is subject to a PVG check.