Volunteers wanted by charity offering support to breast cancer patients

A CHARITY offering key support to patients with breast cancer and their families has issued an appeal for more volunteers to help with the running of its centre in Yorkshire.
By The Newsroom
Published 21st Dec 2011, 06:00 BST

The Haven, in Leeds city centre, is looking for 20 more people to help out in kitchen, reception, gardening, delivery and fund-raising duties.

Fund-raising manager Liz Barran said: “Becoming a volunteer with a charity is a rewarding New Year’s resolution and The Haven welcomes those with a variety of skills and strengths to get involved.

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“Not only is volunteering a great way to support a worthy cause, but it also offers the opportunity to gain valuable experience, develop new skills, all helping to boost your CV.”

Volunteer Adele Oates said: “I’ve got so much out of working with The Haven. It’s great to meet new people, develop new skills and give something back.”

More than 1,200 people have been given support at the charity in Leeds since it opened in 2008.

The national organisation, which has centres in Leeds, London and Hereford, is the only breast cancer charity to provide one-to-one support to improve the quality of life of anyone affected by breast cancer.

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It offers a free integrated breast cancer support service including specialist nurses, experts in nutrition, exercise and emotional support.

For more information about volunteering or fund-raising for the centre contact Sheena Simpson by emailing [email protected] or by calling the charity on 0113 284 7800.

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