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Voluntary help in the field of mental handicap

Author:

Hospital Centre (King Edward's Hospital Fund for London)

Publication date:

1971

Abstract:

This publication considers a variety of ways in which volunteers may be brought in to hospitals to help bring interest and variety to people with learning difficulties. Listed are a variety of services already being given by volunteers.
Voluntary help in the care of the elderly

Author:

Hospital Centre (King Edward's Hospital Fund for London)

Publication date:

1971

Abstract:

Volunteers are able to spend time listening to elderly people whether in hospital or in a home, time which professional staff and even relatives are unable to spare. If used effectively on a hospital ward, volunteers can relieve some of the pressure which staff may feel in being unable to ...
Voluntary help for general hospitals and for children in hospital

Author:

Hospital Centre (King Edward's Hospital Fund for London)

Publication date:

1971

Abstract:

The volunteer in a general hospital has two main roles: one to act as patient's friend and helper, and the other to help hospital people retain that precious human touch so vital to good care. within this context the volunteer can undertake a wide range of tasks which complement those ...
Jobs for volunteers

Author:

Hospital Centre (King Edward's Hospital Fund for London)

Publication date:

1970

Abstract:

This pamphlet lists a variety of jobs that volunteers have done in general, psychiatric, geriatric and children's hospitals or departments. Each of the jobs listed is being performed in at least one hospital.