Bridge Builders: Volunteer Support for Outpatient Appointments
- Jul 31
- 1 min read
NHS Lothian share information on a free service available for people who need support to attend hospital appointments. It can be accessed via self referral or referral from a 3rd party.
Bridge Builders: Volunteer Support for Outpatient Appointments
Bridge Builders is an NHS Lothian programme that supports people to attend and engage in their outpatient appointments.
It is inspired by a successful model in Denmark where volunteer support has helped people feel more confident and at ease throughout their healthcare journey.
Referrals and enquiries are welcome from healthcare professionals, third sector organisations, carers, family members and individuals seeking support themselves. For further information about the programme or to make a referral, please get in touch.
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