


Sue
Walker:
"In
1974, I spent over eight weeks in RNOH at Stanmore where I had
an operation. It was the hospital radio which kept me going during
that long stay. I used to love the Sunday Bingo sessions and when
I came out of plaster after six weeks and started to learn to
walk again the rest of the ward had 'These boots are made for
walkin' by Nancy Sinatra played for me!
As
a result of my experience in Stanmore I became involved with Sunshine
Hospital Radio in Weston-super-Mare. I've enjoyed all aspects
of volunteering, from meeting patients and presenting shows to
joining the Committee and becoming Chairman."

Nicola
Melhuish:
"I’ve
always had big dreams about working in the media, so I thought
volunteering at Hospital Radio would be a “good thing
to put on my CV”. However, I was unaware that it would
soon become one of my favourite things to do.
I
love visiting the patients for their requests. It’s nice
to know that some are expecting to see you, and looking forward
to making a request. Sometimes you can brighten someone’s
day who may not have had a visitor that day. We may only be playing
a 4 minute song, but it's so rewarding to know that by doing so,
you’ve made someone’s stay in hospital that little
bit better.
While
I have gained experience that may help with my future career,
I have also gained a whole range of other experiences… some
that I never thought I would gain through volunteering. Joining
Sunshine Radio is one of the best decisions I’ve ever made."