Volunteer stories
Hear from some of our amazing Rennie Grove Peace volunteers
Latest volunteer stories
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Our volunteer van drivers’ London Bridges Walk story
"The atmosphere of the event created by the organisers and volunteers along the way is lovely."
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Clare’s story: volunteering as a scar therapist
“I get a great deal out of volunteering with Rennie Grove Peace. I can see that scar therapy really is necessary to help people move forward, physically and emotionally, after surgery. Being able to offer this is very satisfying."
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John’s Firewalk story
"I've seen the love and care Rennie Grove Peace provides. Taking on the Firewalk was my way of helping make that possible for more families."
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Mary and Claire’s story
"The shop exists because people like Mary choose to give their time."
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Georgina’s story
"It feels like I’m really making a difference, when I see patients returning and thoroughly enjoying their time."
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Faith and Lisa’s story
"I wanted to give something back to the hospice that cared so wonderfully for my parents — seven years later, I’m still here, part of a welcoming team making a real difference."
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Jenny’s Story
Our Hospice at Home nurse, Jenny, explains how our Supporting Hands volunteers makes such a huge difference to her life as a nurse.
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Joyce’s Story
Since becoming a Supporting Hands volunteer in 2022, Joyce has supported countless local people by providing companionship and support to people living with a life-limiting illness and those around them.
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Sara’s story
“I have a very full life with kids and a busy job, so I was looking for a volunteer role that could be flexible and wasn't always on a particular day or time"
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Brian’s Story
After witnessing first hand the care that our nurses provided to his wife as she neared the end of her life, Brian wanted to give something back to Rennie Grove Peace. He explains how he volunteers despite his condition, what he gets out of volunteering and why he would encourage other people to give it a go!
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Barrie’s Story
With 30 years of experience as an antique dealer, Barrie’s expertise is invaluable in helping us to value and sell jewellery, silverware, precious metals, watches etc on our eBay store, bringing in vital funds. He gave us an insight into his role.
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David’s Story
Ever wondered what to do with old foreign coins? Our volunteer, David, sorts coins that come in via our shops and collection tins and sells them on for vital cash, helping us maximise the value of each donation.
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