Warwickshire volunteer group continue to support NHS

A Warwickshire volunteer group has continued to support the NHS during the pandemic.

The South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust, which operated several hospitals including Warwick Hospital, would like to thank to the Warwickshire 4x4 Volunteers Group for their support throughout the year.

With more than 120 volunteers, the group have offered crucial support to the Trust during winter periods by helping healthcare staff get to hospitals and clinics despite heavy snowfall and flooding.

Previously, the drivers have helped transport nurses to patient’s homes to ensure local people received the treatment they needed.

The group has continued its support throughout the pandemic.

Volunteers have assisted the Trust by collecting and distributing PPE, distributing various items of medical equipment and transporting of staff and patients, where clinics have been relocated.

This has resulted in the group completing 160 tasks for the Trust from March 26 to May 2.

Glen Burley, chief executive at South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust said: “I would like to personally offer my sincere thanks to all of the 4x4 Volunteers Group.

"Their dedication to supporting the Trust, regardless of the circumstances, is phenomenal.

"We are extremely lucky with all of the amazing volunteers we have in Warwickshire, and this is a particular service that has continued to help us deliver care to the people who need it.”

Graeme Wright, lead volunteer coordinator, said: “I am constantly overwhelmed by the generosity and dedication of the members towards our local NHS.

"On receipt of a request, we have within minutes, sometimes even seconds, numerous volunteers stepping up to carry out the job.

"Regardless of time of day or night or distance. They a truly remarkable group of people.”

If you are interested in finding out more about becoming a volunteer contact Graeme Wright, by emailing: [email protected]