Evidenced outcome: Improved links to local support services

Evidence point
160 patients reported that before the volunteering support, they were not in contact with any local groups or support services. Following volunteer support, 54% of these patients received referrals (n=87 of 160).
Primary beneficiary
Service users
Partner organisation
Kingston Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Volunteering role / intervention
Discharge support volunteers
Evidence strength
Compelling
Produced
August 2024