Blythe House Hospicecare is on the lookout for volunteer complementary therapists, to support local people affected by life-limiting illness. 

The hospice, based in Chapel-en-le-Frith, offers free complementary therapy services, including acupuncture and massage, to patients who have a life-limiting diagnosis, and their carers. 

Complementary therapists who would like a rewarding volunteer role offering aromatherapy, reflexology and other therapies are being urged to get in touch. 

Sports therapist, Derek Turner, has volunteered for over 14 years, said: “Through word of mouth, I heard about the good work that Blythe House did and decided that I’d like to be involved." 

Derek Turner 

He went on: “Two of my family members had used the hospice’s services and found them so supportive. I also wanted to be involved with people across the spectrum of physiotherapy needs and I wanted to help them. 

“I get a feeling of “doing good” for those in need, through the services of a professionally run care organisation. Both the care giving, and a professional environment are important to me. It is a “win-win:” those in need benefit, and so do I, by giving back to the local community.” 

To find out more about volunteer complementary therapy opportunities at the hospice visit www.blythehousehospice.org.uk, email volunteering@blythehouse.co.uk or call 01298 815 388. 

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