Thank you to our volunteers for making the difference

Published on 3rd June 2025
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A Celebration of Our Volunteers by Faith Hojeer, Head of Volunteering at Keech Hospice

As we mark Volunteers Week, I want to say a heartfelt thank you to every single one of our amazing volunteers. Whether you give your time behind the scenes, on the road, in the office, in our shops, or side-by-side with patients and families—you are the heart of Keech Hospice.

 

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Each one of you brings something unique to the table, and together you create the warm, calm, welcoming place that so many people in our community count on. From our drivers to our data team, from those supporting children in Sparklers to the many hands that make light work across our services—your stories say it best.

“My wife always said, ‘When you retire, give something back.’ So when the time came, I knocked on Keech’s door—and I’ve been proud to drive for them ever since.”

—Volunteer Driver

Keech Hospice Staff

“You meet the most incredible people, have real conversations, and come away feeling full of beans.”

—Volunteer Driver

“Keech is a calm, welcoming place where everyone’s lovely. You feel like you’re helping people at an important time in their lives.”

—Volunteer, Data and compliance Team

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“I wasn’t sure if I could do it—but volunteering with Sparklers has been one of the most rewarding things I’ve ever done. Keech isn’t what people expect—it’s full of warmth, laughter and hope.”

—Sparklers Volunteer

These quotes are just a glimpse of the generosity, humour, wisdom and heart you bring to Keech every single day. You make Keech feel like home.

To those of you who already give your time—thank you. To those who are showing interest in volunteering with us this week—we’re so glad you’re here. And to those I haven’t met yet, but will—I can’t wait to welcome you.

If you’re thinking about volunteering, come down and chat with us. There’s a place for everyone at Keech—and a role that’s just right for you.

Faith Hojeer
Head of Volunteering