Meet the Volunteer Team — Hampshire & Isle of Wight Air Ambulance

Meet the Volunteer Team

At Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance, we are extremely fortunate to have a large group of hard working and dedicated volunteers. With their permission, we will be including on this page a short biography of some of our volunteers, so you can read about what they do and why they are part of the HIOWAA team.

Hi I am Ron and recently retired, from a position as an accounts manager for a company which manufactured industrial and fine weighing instruments.

I have for sometime wished to join an organisation which would help the community. One of my hobbies is aircraft and after reading a story in the local paper, regarding the Hampshire & Isle of Wight Air Ambulance requesting volunteers, thought this would be ideal.

The first thing I noticed when joining HIoW AA was the appreciation of any help and support people are able to give no matter how small that might be. It also readily recognises the importance of volunteers for which without them the service could not exist.

My main role so far is helping with the administration at the office which is ideal as I am still able to utilise my experience from my working days I will also assist at events and give talks to local clubs/organisations.

Ron

Hello, my name is Lisa. I am a volunter for the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance. I do this as I have used this service in August 2007 . I was involved in a car accident in Kings Sombourne and had to be airlifted to Salisbury hospital. I do talks and help out at events . this service means so much to me and my family. I call the two paramedics my gaurdian angels as I had never flown before. They reassured me all the way. T his service provides a wonderfull service. Being a volunteer is good fun and I meet people. I only do a few talks a month and I just feel I am giving something back to the Air Ambulance and to raise awareness of the service .

Lisa

My name is Pam, and I run Charterhouse Counselling Ltd in Portsmouth, where my colleagues and I offer psychological treatments to adults, couples, teenagers, children and groups.

My decision to volunteer for HIOWAA was a spontaneous response to an appeal in the local paper, in which it was mentioned that the air ambulance receives no government funding and depends on charitable donations to keep flying. I thought, "well, I am sure I can help in some way." I contacted Kirsty and offered to do fundraising talks. Gosport Bowling Club was my second solo 'date'.

I enjoy everything about my work for HIOWAA, particularly the friendly staff, both at Southampton HQ and the great team at Thruxton airfield. Both teams go out of their way to make the volunteer group feel valued and included in everything they do. I enjoy giving the talks, meeting a diverse range of lovely people and sharing my passion for the air ambulance service.

Pam

NEWS LETTER

Events

New Forest Show 27.07.2010

Tues 27th to Thurs 29th July. The Show Ground, New Park, Brockenhurst, Hampshire, SO42 7QH. Celebrate the New Forest Show's 90th birthday and this famous agricultural show. Show jumping is a major feature of the show, and there are international classes throughout all three days. Livestock competitions, plus poultry show, rabbits, caged birds and honey bees. Trade stands, arena events, countryside crafts, antiques tent, art tent, flower show, Forestry Commission area, blacksmiths and old time farming.

Navy Summer Extravaganza 30.07.2010

Fri 30th July to Sun 1st Aug. Don't miss what promises to be one of the most popular events on the south coast this summer. Navy Days at Portsmouth Naval Base will feature serving warships of the Royal Navy, ships of foreign navies, thrilling naval displays, historical re-enactments, and the world class attractions of Portsmouth Historic Dockyard including HMS Victory.

Balloons Over Basingstoke 06.08.2010

Fri 6th to Sun 8th Aug. All day. War Memorial Mark, Crossborough Hill, Basingstoke, RG21 4AG. Colourful balloons of all shapes and sizes fill the skies above Basingstoke's War Memorial Park during this annual festival. Take part in workshops, watch performances and browse stalls at this fun, free event. Weather permitting, there will be a mass balloon take off at 6.00 am and 6.00 pm on the Sat and Sun.

Phone: 02380 333 377 | Reg. Charity No. 1106234

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