Betty Alcock receivs her award from Charlie Jodan
Betty Allcock last night won the Member of the Year Award at the University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust’s (UHB) annual awards at the Barber Institute of Fine Arts on Thursday night.
The awards recognise excellence at UHB, which is in the top 10 per cent of hospitals trusts in England, and Joan is a perfect example of how important volunteers are in the running of the NHS.
Betty has been described as one of the most dedicated members and volunteers for the work she does to support patients and their families, particularly with bereaved families.
But she admitted she was stunned even to be shortlisted: “When I found out I was really shocked, because I know all those folk who nominated me and they’re such brilliant people.”
“I’ve been involved here since 1993 and I love it – it really is wonderful to get this award.”
She received her award from Birmingham’s former Poet Laureate, Charlie Jordan.
Betty was nominated for her award by Associate Director of Patient Affairs Carol Rawlings, who praised her energy and enthusiasm: “Betty has been a member and a volunteer with us for many years and started with us as one of our very first welcomers at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital.
“She then went on to work in the Bereavement Care Office, where she still supports bereaved families today.
“Betty has also worked with our Patient and Carer Council and with the many sub groups. She’s provided a huge amount of help with way in which we have developed our patient experience.”
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