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The country's healthcare system is being supported by 1.9 million volunteers, worth almost £500 million to the NHS, according to a new study.
Research by older people's charity Royal Voluntary Service found that the contribution of its own hospital volunteers was worth £2.75 million alone.
Chief executive David McCullough said: "The help provided by volunteers to the health service mustn't be underestimated. Although their work may be simple, it is a source of vital support and we know that the emotional benefits volunteers offer to patients can make a real difference to wellbeing.
http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/news/local-national/uk/volunteers-worth-500m-to-nhs-30319863.html
Research by older people's charity Royal Voluntary Service found that the contribution of its own hospital volunteers was worth £2.75 million alone.
Chief executive David McCullough said: "The help provided by volunteers to the health service mustn't be underestimated. Although their work may be simple, it is a source of vital support and we know that the emotional benefits volunteers offer to patients can make a real difference to wellbeing.
http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/news/local-national/uk/volunteers-worth-500m-to-nhs-30319863.html