Spotlight on our Volunteers - Meet Winn

Winn is one of our star volunteer receptionists and she has been with us for nearly 20 years. After retiring from a successful career as an Accounts Clerk, Winn found herself missing work and decided to dedicate her Sundays to the Hospice.
 
When Winn is not manning our reception she enjoys spending time with her family, she has two daughters, Alison who has a son, Luke who is 24 and, Wendy who has Jack who is 22. They are the light of her life and she would be lost without them. After Winn moved to her bungalow her neighbours became friends and they now have a Summer get together where they play bingo, have quizzes, host raffles and enjoy a cup of tea, or a glass of wine! Any money raised is given to the Hospice and last year they were able to raise an incredible £800!
 
As a reception volunteer your days are never the same, Winn says “What I like about my role is meeting so many different people, most of whom are really nice. Last week an elderly lady came to lymph and was very early for her appointment, so I took her into the quiet room, made her a cup of tea and gave her a couple of magazines to read. She was grateful. It makes it all worthwhile”.
 
Whilst volunteering Winn has met a range of interesting people including two or three High Sheriffs, quite a few Lord Mayors, multiple Calendar presenters and Prince Charles.
 
Winn added “Volunteering is easy to do, it doesn’t seem like going to work as you go because you want to, not because you have to. I have now got two friends who volunteer at different organisations and they enjoy the work they do.”
 
We’re ever so grateful for volunteers like Winn. If you’d like to get involved, we always have an opportunity. You can check out our vacancies here or you can call us on 01977 708868.