Evidenced outcome: Increased patient confidence

Evidence point
Average patient confidence levels increased from 6.8 before receiving the support to 8.0. Further, 64% of the patients improved their confidence to cope at home levels after the volunteer support. (n=198 pre- and post-intervention)
Primary beneficiary
Service users
Partner organisation
Kingston Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Volunteering role / intervention
Discharge support volunteers
Evidence strength
Compelling
Produced
August 2024