A new intake of volunteers at Noble's Hospital will soon be helping patients get the most from their meals.
A training session was held on Saturday for around 20 new volunteers who've signed-up to become dining companions.
The scheme is both social and practical: they will be welcome company for patients who have few visitors and need encouragement to eat.
They'll also help patients gain maximum nutrition to help their recovery.
A pilot dining companions scheme three years ago produced promising results.
Volunteer Service Manager Alison Lester:
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