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
Evidence Strength meanings:
- Green - strong evidence
- Amber - Promising evidence
Promising
Produced
September 2024