Great Western Hospitals

How to become a Member

In order to become a Member, you will need to complete a membership application form. You can obtain a hard copy of the membership application form by sending an email: foundation.trust@gwh.nhs.uk to the Membership Officer or telephoning 01793 604185.

Alternatively you can download a copy of the application form below and either email the filled in form to foundation.trust@gwh.nhs.uk or send freepost to:

FT Membership
The Great Western Hospital
Freepost (RRKZ-KAYR-YRRU)
Swindon
SN3 6BB

Who can be a Member?

Any resident of Swindon, Wiltshire, West Berkshire, Gloucestershire or Oxfordshire who is aged 12 or above is eligible to become a public member of the Trust.  Trust staff, Carillion staff and the volunteers of the organisation are automatically made staff members of the Trust when they commence their role. 

What are the benefits of being a Member?

Becoming a Member will give you an opportunity to become involved and play your part.  You will have the chance to share your views and influence the way the Trust is run.  As a Member you will:

• Receive information about our activities and member events including discussion groups and health seminars
• Be consulted on how the provision of our services could be improved
• At age 18 or more, be able to stand for election to the Council of Governors
• At age 18 or more, be eligible to register with the online discount company Health Service Discounts.

How much does it cost?

Membership is completely free.  We are simply happy to have you as part of the Trust.

How much time does it take?

The amount of time devoted to being a Member is entirely up to you.  You can become actively involved and come to membership meetings and events if you would like to but it is not a requirement.  You may simply wish to receive the membership newsletter and keep up with developments that way.  There is no obligation on you as a Member to give your time, it is only if you would like to.

Will I get regular updates about the Trust?

Members will receive the Trust's quarterly newsletter Horizon, giving updates and developments within the Trust.  This will either be sent via post or e-mail depending on the contact method you selected when completing your membership application form.  We would like to contact as many members as possible by e-mail so if you have an e-mail address we could send correspondence to then please contact the Membership Officer and we will put your e-mail address onto your record.

Members will also be sent invites to constituency meetings and membership events.

How can I change my membership details?

You can change your membership details at any time by contacting the Membership Officer by emailing: foundation.trust@gwh.nhs.uk.

Can I cancel my membership?

You may cancel you membership at any time by contacting the Membership Office by emailing: foundation.trust@gwh.nhs.uk.