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Home From Hospital Volunteer (Clacks)

  • VO92789

Description

Support people get home safely after a hospital stay and help reduce pressure on the NHS. Be part of a team including partner agencies helping people get home and continue their recovery after a stay at Forth Valley Royal Hospital.

  • Collect prescriptions from the hospital and drop off at the patients home.
  • Bring medical equipment, clothes or food parcels to discharged patients.
  • Provide other support to reduce delays in the discharge lounge to open up beds for new admissions.
  • Advise if additional support may be required.

Organisation aims and objectives

We support the NHS and Clients in the community across Forth Valley following a hospital stay/ill-health or a period of isolation to improve health and wellbeing, resilience, confidence and connections and to reduce the chances of re-admission to hospital. This is done through matching with one of our “Supporting Your Recover” volunteers for regular visits and phone calls

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Restrictions

Experience required: - Friendly personality - Good communication skills - Confidentiality - Given locations and timescales normally looking for drivers with access to a car.
Minimum age: 13

Support

Expenses paid: Yes
Expenses details: Mileage reimbursed
Support: Named Contact For Volunteer

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