I have not had any experience with oncology; however, I am able to understand those “living” in hospitals.
I took interest in volunteering when I myself had to be hospitalized for an extended period of time away from my home and family. New friends in a strange city had a lot of work and visiting hours were limited, so I spent most of my time there alone. I had great help from the hospital staff. They were the people coming to talk to me, assisting me with my walks, they would bring me chocolate or things I needed. I was amazed at their ability to care and their genuine support. After all, I was a total stranger to them. I will be eternally grateful to them. After I left hospital I did some volunteer work with young, disabled people abroad. I wanted to provide them with the vital moral support I have received when it was most needed. When I returned to Lithuania, I sought the Mothers’ Union. I have not had any experience with oncology; however, I am able to understand those “living” in hospitals. I feel lucky in life and I want to give at least some part of my time to those who probably need it the most.