Volunteers' Week 2025

Thank you!

First things first, we want to say an enormous thank you to every single volunteer who contributed to our mission in 2024/25.

Volunteers play a central role in helping people have their say on health and social care. From capturing service user experiences to representing us at key events, you’re truly at the heart of what we do in Brighton & Hove.

How volunteering makes a difference

By engaging different communities and acting as our ‘eyes and ears’, you continue to help champion people’s needs and improve local care.

In honour of Volunteers’ Week 2025, Healthwatch England reached out to our volunteers, and others around the country, to hear why they enjoy volunteering for Healthwatch. 

Hear their stories about how they make a difference and gain valuable experience volunteering in the video below. And while you're at it, say hello to our local stars (and Healthwatch Brighton and Hove volunteers), Leah & Mazzie! 

Healthwatch volunteers share their experiences.

Tell us more

"I was part of the team that recently undertook the Enter & View patient interviews at the Emergency Department at Royal Sussex County Hospital.

“The Healthwatch team ensured we were fully briefed and supported, with a strong sense of teamwork and professionalism.  

“Any concerns I might have had about patients being unwilling to talk vanished instantly and we got some vital and detailed feedback from people who were happy to chat and grateful to have their views recorded."

Judi

"I've been volunteering for a number of years, but this year helped more with the Homecare project.

“It means working closer with other volunteers, albeit online, which has been really enjoyable.

“It's very humbling to see how much care and time other volunteers give, and how knowledgeable we all are collectively."

Elaine

"It’s lovely to work with a supportive team and the work I do on leaflet reviews is a real education.

“I have learned so much that I am able to share with family and friends.

“The enjoyment in being a volunteer is, in large part, due to the support and encouragement of the Healthwatch team."

Lynne