Humans of the Hospital: Anne Goncalves
“I think it is a gift to be a palliative care volunteer. “The word I use is privilege, rather than
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Humans of the Hospital: Mary Gunasekara
“I think a lot of people believe that patients come to palliative care just for their last moments. But it’s
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Forensic dentist Selina Leow had her arm amputated after a cancer diagnosis – now she’s helping the community as a Westmead Hospital buggy driver
It seems impossible to believe when speaking with Selina Leow that one person can have so many incredible achievements and
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Decades of service: Recognising Mount Druitt Hospital’s volunteers
A number of staff were found in the staff cafeteria at Mount Druitt Hospital this morning, pulling up extra chairs
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Humans of the Hospital: Monica Holyoak
“After I became a widow, I needed something to do and someone suggested volunteering here at Mount Druitt Hospital. If
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‘I want to contribute’: The aunt and niece volunteering their time to give back to Westmead Hospital
When you walk through the halls of Westmead Hospital, you may come across a stall overflowing with teddy bears, books,
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‘A selfless act of kindness’: Blacktown Hospital volunteers celebrated as the spirit and soul of the hospital
Volunteers have spent decades fundraising and supporting the patients and visitors at Blacktown Hospital, and this National Volunteer Week they
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Meet Margaret and Michael, the married volunteers who have been caring for Westmead Hospital for over 30 years
In the mottled sunlight outside the main entrance of Westmead Hospital, Margaret and Michael Sheehan share a quiet moment on
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Video: Looking back on 2022 – a Western Sydney Local Health District highlights reel
“As we head into the festive season I would like to express my gratitude to all staff for your unwavering
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HUMANS OF THE HOSPITAL: Janette Delia
“I’ve been volunteering at Blacktown Hospital for 17 years and on a day-to-day basis, the highlight is helping people and
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