Ask Nia...
Why she doesn't take no for an answer
"I wanted to give something back."
Steve's volunteering experience gave him the confidence to respond to emergency incidents when off-duty. Whilst visiting London, he noticed a crowd gathered around a man on the floor.
"The memory that sticks with me is the first time I cried on the ward."
Mary tells us what it's like caring for patients in hospital during the coronavirus pandemic.
"It's hard to cry when you're wearing a surgical mask."
Hannah tells us how sometimes the biggest difference our volunteers make is providing comfort for patients, even in their darkest moments.
"It really helps change communities like mine"
Raisa delivers a training session on severe bleeding to her peers.
"You feel a bit like a superhero when you put the uniform on."
At Truro City of Lights, St John volunteers are the quiet presence that gives people peace of mind. Jay shows how we're always ready to provide support, whatever happens.
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