Timboon & District Healthcare Service recently hosted a wonderful Volunteer Celebration & Recruitment Morning Tea, bringing together current volunteers, community members, staff, and future volunteers to celebrate the incredible contribution volunteers make across our health service and wider community.
Held in the Community Health Education Room on Tuesday 19th May, the morning welcomed 32 attendees, including six enthusiastic Year 12 students interested in learning more about volunteering opportunities within the community.
The event featured inspiring guest speakers including Des Lourey (Community Transport), Linda Pender (Social Support Group), and Bronwyn Rantall (Meals on Wheels and Consumer Advisory Committee), who shared heartfelt stories about their volunteering journeys and the positive impact volunteering has had on their lives and the lives of others.
TDHS CEO Gary Castledine spoke about the importance of volunteers within rural healthcare and community services, while Jody McGovern introduced attendees to the new Palliative Care Room and discussed the valuable role volunteers can play in supporting patients and families.
Krystal and Kristen from Human Resources provided information about how to become a volunteer at TDHS, with volunteer packs available on the day for those interested in joining the team.
The morning proved to be a great success, with two people officially signing up to become volunteers on the day and several others expressing interest and taking home volunteer information packs.
One of the highlights of the morning was hearing the many touching and uplifting stories shared by current volunteers, showcasing the compassion, connection, and sense of purpose volunteering brings to both individuals and the community as a whole.
To thank attendees for their valuable contribution and interest, all current and potential volunteers received a small gift bag as a token of appreciation for the precious time they give to supporting others.
TDHS would like to sincerely thank everyone who attended and continues to support volunteering within our community. Volunteers truly are the heart of rural healthcare and community connection.
