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One of four individual finalists this year is Kathy Hawkins, volunteer with HammondCare Greenwich Hospital.

For over eight years, Kathy has brought comfort and dignity to people receiving palliative care at HammondCare Greenwich Hospital. She has created some truly transformative spaces for her patients, making strong emotional and spiritual connections.

Kathy consistently goes above and beyond, frequently covering vacant shifts or taking on extra tasks. She has a gentle touch and uses hand massage to relieve anxiety and ground her patients. Everyone appreciates the way Kathy plays the reverie harp, which creates a calming and contemplative atmosphere around the palliative care unit for all to enjoy.

Kathy’s passion for supporting those receiving palliative care runs deep. She considers her volunteering as a privilege and always brings her heart to the role.

Congratulations Kathy on being named as finalist. You are truly deserving of recognition. Palliative Care NSW will announce the award winners on Wednesday 20th May during National Volunteer Week. 

These awards are made possible with funding from the NSW Ministry of Health.