Staff and Volunteer Testimonials

Why our people choose The Prince of Wales Hospice

Every member of our team — from nurses to therapists, fundraisers, shop staff and volunteers — plays a vital role in helping patients and their families live with comfort, dignity and compassion.

But what truly makes the hospice special is the people who work here.

On this page, you can hear directly from them: their journeys, their experiences, and why they choose to be part of our hospice family.

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29 May 2026
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Ted Cumberland – Our dedicated catering volunteer

For the past ten years, Ted has been a valued and dependable volunteer within the Caring Kitchen at The Prince of Wales Hospice.

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28 May 2026
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Margaret Smith – one of our amazing fundraising volunteers

For more than 40 years, Margaret Smith has been a familiar and much-loved face at fundraising events for The Prince of Wales Hospice.

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27 May 2026
Julie wellbeing volunteer and Martina Complementary Therapist
From one act of kindness to volunteering – Meet Julie, our Wellbeing Volunteer

When Julie first walked into the Hospice, she didn’t know anyone, but she knew she wanted to make a difference in her community.

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20 May 2026
From Apprentice to Commis Chef

In 2024, the decision was made to strengthen our recruitment strategy by developing our own chefs from within.

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18 Mar 2026
Two women standing next to a Prince of Wales Hospice banner and a table filled with various gift hampers and raffle prizes.
Katie and Emma, our Community and Partnerships Fundraisers

For Emma and Katie, working as Community and Partnership Fundraisers at our Hospice is more than just a job. It is something that feels deeply personal.

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11 Mar 2026
A smiling woman in a light blue healthcare tunic and dark trousers standing in front of a wooden reception desk with a teal wall background.
Beth, one of our Health Care Assistants

Beth feels honoured to support patients and families during such important moments.

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02 Mar 2026
A woman with short white hair and glasses wearing a green and white patterned top, standing in front of a clothing display featuring a blue blouse and a white dress.
Jackie, one of our Shop Volunteers

Jackie is one of the friendly faces you will meet at our Knottingley shop, where she volunteers her time with energy and warmth.

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18 Feb 2026
Jade is sitting at her desk in front of a lap top, smiling.
Jade, our People and Culture Manager

Jade is glad she joined a charity whose values closely match her own.

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03 Feb 2026
A smiling woman in a blue healthcare uniform standing in front of a wooden reception desk. Behind her, a teal wall features the text "Welcome to Care" and a vase of colorful flowers.A smiling woman in a blue healthcare uniform standing in front of a wooden reception desk. Behind her, a teal wall features the text "Welcome to Incare" and a vase of colorful flowers.
Olivia, our Deputy Nurse Manager

What Olivia enjoys most is seeing the real difference hospice care can make.

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