Volunteer Stories
"It just felt amazing to give something back to somebody that was lonely."
| Volunteer StoriesHertfordshire volunteer stories: Louise Garden House Hospice
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Volunteering at ParkPlay on Saturday mornings has been incredibly rewarding for my wife and me
| Volunteer StoriesParkPlay is a simple community-focused initiative that transforms your local green spaces on Saturday mornings ...
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Volunteering is a great way to “give something back” to society. Each day is different
| Volunteer StoriesAt Garden House Hospice Care, we are passionate about reaching more people earlier in their journey to receive ...
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I always go home feeling happy that I have made a difference and helped to brighten people’s day
| Volunteer StoriesJenny Burrows has volunteered at Isabel Hospice for five years. She first worked at the hospice helping the ...
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I have made good, lasting friendships, and laughed a lot!
| Volunteer StoriesA beautiful story about one volunteer's growth from their first days volunteering, to now, where they offer ...
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Why Volunteer?
| Volunteer StoriesTo prepare for Volunteer's month, we wanted to share some insights into the value of volunteers and why people ...
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Willow Foundation Volunteer Story
| Volunteer StoriesWe are very fortunate to have some amazing volunteers who dedicate their time to support our mission ...
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Ali Crook - Caudwell Youth Volunteer
| Volunteer StoriesAli Crook is a Volunteer Mentor for Caudwell Youth, and she took some time to answer some questions about what ...
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I am passionate about sustainability and I have loved being a small part of supporting local efforts
| Volunteer StoriesSara-Jane sent us her story about her experiences volunteering with Garden House Hospice:
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Jim possesses a genuine passion for making a positive impact
| Volunteer StoriesI had the pleasure of meeting Jim, a wonderful individual who dedicates his time and energy as an activities ...
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George's dedication and selflessness are a shining example
| Volunteer StoriesGeorge has become an invaluable asset here at Brainkind (Formerly Sue Ryder) Stagenhoe, using his carpentry ...
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"I am part of a team again. I have purpose and am making a difference"
| Volunteer StoriesMeet Ruth - a volunteer at Isabel Hospice Shop in Cuffley
When Ruth Salter left her busy and social role ...
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There's a real feeling of togetherness and friendship
| Volunteer Stories"I have been a volunteer for one of the adult groups at HIT for over 3 years now. From the very start I was ...
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“I am very grateful that I can help Stagenhoe and give back to the community."
| Volunteer StoriesIt is truly heart-warming to see the impact that volunteering can have on individuals and communities ...
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"I love talking to people on the phone and meeting all the different people"
| Volunteer StoriesMeet the lovely Margaret, a volunteer for Waterways Experiences.
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“I want to help the local community”
| Volunteer StoriesLeecliffe Big Local is a resident led charity funded by the National Lottery and Local Trust, and has been ...
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"I find that being there at callers worst time is very rewarding and I have learned so much"
| Volunteer StoriesMeet Christine, a volunteer call-taker with Family Lives. Christine lives in Radlett and works as a Lecturer ...
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"It gives such a wonderful sense of satisfaction, and you really do feel you've made a difference to their lives"
| Volunteer StoriesMeet Helen, Volunteer Trustee and Secretary at Young Careers Crew.
Young Carers Crew (YCC) is an ...
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"It's been really great, thank you so much for all you help"
| Volunteer StoriesWe caught up with Ray, founder at Green Care at Norton - a wonderful social and therapeutic gardening project ...
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"I felt I was not doing enough, and it was about time to give back. I went from zero volunteering to three roles since May last year"
| Volunteer StoriesMeet Dave Gilpin, Volunteer at Citizens Advice Broxbourne.
Dave volunteers as an Adviser at the Monday ...
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"Take a step into the unknown, you will be so glad you did!"
| Volunteer StoriesMeet Jane, Volunteer at Link Up Club in Knebworth
Link Up Club has been going for 40 years and has been ...
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"To be able to help others in their situation helped me to move forward with my own"
| Volunteer StoriesMeet Roxie, a Volunteer for SADA Survivors Against Domestic Abuse. Roxie Volunteers at the Drop In Service and ...
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"I love doing events and engaging with the local community as you get to hear some great stories and meet fantastic people"
| Volunteer StoriesMeet Margaret Smith, Volunteer Recruitment Coordinator at Age UK Herfordshire
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"The sense of belonging to an organisation such as the National Trust is special. They support you and make you feel part of their team"
| Volunteer StoriesMeet Kim, a Volunteer at Wimpole Estate.
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Volunteering is a great way to help people feel involved with community action, but it is also beneficial for mental health too
| Volunteer StoriesMeet Phoebe Coles, Volunteering Coordinator at Guide Dogs (Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and Essex- including ...
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"Volunteering is not only about giving your time but about what you want to gain from the experience, which for me was giving something back and gaining new skills that can be used in other areas of my life"
| Volunteer StoriesMeet Opal Reid, Volunteer at North Herts & Stevenage CVS - GoVolHerts and Community Transport
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"I think often people feel that they don't have any qualifications or skills to offer, but often that's not what is needed. It is simply time and willingness to try that is appreciated"
| Volunteer StoriesMeet Jenny, volunteer for Penniwells Riding for the Disabled and Garden Manager at the Random Cafe.
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Mentoring with MCR Pathways changed Peters life for the good.
| Volunteer StoriesFollowing the pandemic and 25 years working at a senior level in global mobility, Peter's outlook on life ...
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“When I came to Sue Ryder my depression lifted almost immediately. Interacting with people there was such a big help.”
| Volunteer StoriesMeet Alex Longmore, resident at Sue Ryder Neurological Care Centre Stagenhoe
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"Sue Ryder Stagenhoe was like our home, we were one big family"
| Volunteer StoriesMeet Rex, Volunteer at Sue Ryder Stagenhoe
Rex has pledged the same amount of time to Sue Ryder Stagenhoe ...
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"People don't realise they're actually helping me by asking for my help. Also, you never know what someone is dealing with in their life"
| Volunteer StoriesMeet Kai Zakaria, Staying Connected Coordinator for North Herts & Stevenage CVS & Volunteer at ...
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"Engages you with your community, you learn and develop new skills, meet new people, improves your self-esteem and without a doubt will make you more a positive and happier person"
| Volunteer StoriesMeet Eva Nagy, Support Coordinator for Reach Out, North Herts & Stevenage CVS & Volunteer at British ...
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"We need you to help keep the helicopters flying!"
| Volunteer StoriesMeet Sue Akers who kindly volunteers for the Essex & Herts Air Ambulance.
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"Since starting to work with us Jack has worked with Sam to build his social confidence and resulted in a trial shift for part time work"
| Volunteer StoriesCaudwell Youth mentors at-risk young people aged 11-24 years into new futures over a period of 2 years ...
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"Improving number skills can have a positive effect in many ways"
| Volunteer StoriesMeet Polly, one of the incredible team of volunteer Number Ninjas, located across the county of Hertfordshire ...
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"I have loved learning new skills and being part of a team. I have met and worked alongside some lovely people"
| Volunteer StoriesMeet Maria, she volunteers for the Waterways Experiences - who enable everyone, regardless of age, physical ...
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"It has helped to give me a sense of purpose, provided mental and physical rewards as well as teaching me valuable skills"
| Volunteer StoriesWho do you Volunteer for and what is your role?
Hi, my name is Sue and I volunteer for Stevenage & ...
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"Volunteering with the Family Support Service helped me to get an understanding of the roles within the service and reinforced my desire to work with families & young children/babies"
| Volunteer StoriesMeet Chelsea, a volunteer with the Family Support Service
Chelsea applied to volunteer with the Family ...
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"It is a privilege to work with such a band of friendly, caring and interesting people"
| Volunteer StoriesThis is Rosemary and she kindly volunteers for The Red Shed in Stevenage.
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"I can’t recommend volunteering enough - make new friends and feel good!"
| Volunteer StoriesJulie Fewings volunteers with the Countryside Rights of Way team and also Herts Domestic Abuse Helpline ...
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"I hope that by volunteering...I will make a positive contribution to society."
| Volunteer StoriesCitizens Advice North Hertfordshire (CANH) is an independent local charity and a member of the national ...
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"Volunteering is such a large factor in improving wellbeing, it is a chance to meet new people...while helping the community."
| Volunteer StoriesTina is a Trustee for North Herts and Stevenage CVS, we found out why she loves volunteering.
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"Volunteering has given me so much pleasure - it's added interest and challenge to my life."
| Volunteer StoriesMarian is an inspiring volunteer who volunteers for a range of organisations in lots of different ways ...
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"You can get a lot of satisfaction from helping other people and making a small difference to their lives."
| Volunteer StoriesTell us a bit about yourself
Although past the state pension age I still work part-time in IT and I ...
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“It felt incredibly good to be helping the local community and spending our precious time doing something worthwhile outdoors.”
| Volunteer StoriesAt the beginning of June, we celebrated Volunteers' Week and many organisations chose to mark the occasion ...
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"A positive contributor to mental wellbeing, with the satisfaction of being part of something that has a positive impact on others."
| Volunteer StoriesIn May 2022, Jarvis Contracting held a company-wide event to help communities across Hertfordshire ...
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"I would recommend volunteering as it is so rewarding. You are part of a team and everyone is friendly."
| Volunteer StoriesTell us a bit about yourself
I am a primary school teacher who taught for twenty years and more recently ...
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