Jobs for Jules

People often ask Jules how she can spend time in, what they believe, to be such a sad environment.

"It's a very happy place!" she is quick to point out. "I simply love being at the Hospice."

Jules admitted that the most challenging part of her role is getting to know a patient, only for them not to be there when she returns.

"I'm prepared for that," she said. "I'm always guaranteed a smile and a laugh from the patients and nurses, which makes those situations easier."

Jules revealed how social distancing has changed the way she works, yet it's rewarding to know she's doing her bit during the coronavirus pandemic. By volunteering on our ward, Jules is relieving the pressure on our nurses, and in turn, the NHS.

"Knowing that I'm helping makes me feel so much better about myself," she declared.

As well as volunteering, Jules juggles two new-found careers: wedding planning and performing ceremonies for weddings, funerals, and namings. She also cares for her niece, who is living with multiple disabilities.

Thank you for everything you do for us, Jules.

If you'd like to find out more about how you can help local people living with life-limiting illnesses, then we'd love to hear from you at volunteering@sfh.org.uk or on 01708 758614. We need people to do all kinds of jobs. You can put your skills to good use whatever they may be.