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Cancer Society volunteers recognised at Hawke's Bay awards

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22 Jun, 2018 09:27 PM3 mins to read

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Cancer Society Hawke's Bay volunteer drivers. Photo / Supplied

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People living daily with cancer are in many cases dependent on volunteers for moral and physical support, one of the reasons behind this week's recognition of volunteers at the Hawke's Bay Volunteering Awards.

Cancer Society Hawke's Bay centre manager Trudy Kirk said the organisation relied on about 600 volunteers across the region, with about 40 volunteers helping out on any one day.

"We couldn't manage without them.

"The Cancer Society Hawke's Bay staff is small in numbers so our volunteers are an integral part of the Cancer Society's Hawke's Bay team and its delivery of services.

"They encompass Wairoa in the north, Napier, Hastings and Central Hawke's Bay to the south of our region. These wonderful people not only offer support to those with cancer and their families, but also work very hard and successfully with fundraising for the society."

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The volunteers' roles included, driving cancer patients to local appointments for treatment, providing relief and respite for caregivers, home visits and offering practical help with day-to-day activities.

They also worked to educate the community on health messages such as Smokefree, Sun Smart and Healthy Living.

A large part was also taken up helping to raise funds by assisting with Daffodil Day, Relay For Life and other events.

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"Each and every Hawke's Bay Cancer Society volunteer is very special and whether you donate your time every week or once a year our organisation could not run as efficiently and professionally without you all."

The society's team of 25 volunteer drivers this week were awarded the Hawke's Bay Volunteering Team Excellence Award.

"They not only give us their time but also the use of their vehicle. Our drivers pick up patients from their homes and take them to appointments at Hawke's Bay medical centres and the hospital - that's something that happens everyday.

"These volunteers enable the Cancer Society to offer a comprehensive Transport to Treatment service. Use of this service is for those who do not have their own transport, are too unwell to drive themselves, or do not have family/whānau/aiga or friends who can assist on a regular basis.

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"Distance to treatment often causes added financial and emotional strain at a time when their lives are most stressful. For some, the cost of petrol and the stress of getting to their appointment would prohibit them engaging in treatment options.

"We are so happy that our drivers got a bit of time in the spotlight and recognition for all the great work they do."

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