Evidenced Outcome

Increased patient confidence

Evidence point

Average patient confidence levels increased from 6.8 before receiving the support to 8.0.​
Further, 64% of the patients improved their confidence to cope at home levels after the volunteer support.
(n=198 pre- and post-intervention)

Primary beneficiary

Patients

Partner organisation

Kingston Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Volunteering role / intervention

Discharge Support Volunteers

Evidence strength

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Compelling

Produced

August 2024

Discharge Support Volunteers - Kingston Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust - Evaluation Report August 2024