June 2026
01Jun
National Volunteers’ Week (1-7 June)
This week we celebrate the contribution of Lancashire Teaching Hospitals’ volunteers – numbering just over 300 - who go above and beyond to support our Trust, giving of their own time. We give a huge thank you to each and every one of our volunteers, who all bring something special to the Trust. Whether it’s providing...
01Jun
Volunteers’ Week spotlight: Melanie’s story - gaining experience, giving back, and finding a future in healthcare
When Melanie Williams started volunteering on Leyland Ward at Chorley and South Ribble Hospital in January 2025, she wasn’t entirely sure what to expect. “Like most people, when you think of a hospital, you think of doctors and nurses,” she says. “I didn’t really think about volunteers having a role here - but they...
