Evidenced Outcome

Volunteers support staff to deliver good quality care

Evidence point

26 of 35 staff respondents agreed or strongly agreed that volunteers improve the service provided for patients.

25 of 35 felt volunteers improve the service provided for families and carers.

26 of 35 believe volunteers are beneficial to their organisation.

24 of 35 staff agreed or strongly agreed volunteers are helpful in allowing enough time to deliver good care.

Primary beneficiary

Staff

Partner organisation

Derbyshire Community Health Services NHS Foundation Trust

Volunteering role / intervention

Ward Support Volunteers

Evidence strength

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Promising

Produced

September 2024

Derbyshire Ward Support Volunteers - Evaluation Report - September 2024