Aylesbury family 'give up the day job' to help take on Coronavirus and help the vulnerable

Darren, Marcus and James Davis are all now dedicating their time to help battle the vulnerable during the Coronavirus pandemic.
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James, Marcus and Darren

They are all currently working for 'Patient Transport' who provide non-emergency patient transport across Buckinghamshire, Berkshire, Hampshire, Oxfordshire, Surrey and Sussex.

Patient Transport provides patient care and transport both privately and to the NHS.

They work for multiple ambulance services as well as directly with hospitals.

Darren is a veteran and served in the Royal Navy, Royal Air Force and British Army for just short of thirty years.

James, Darren's oldest son left his job in the hotel industry to help out.

Marcus, who is currently studying at the University of Oxford Brooks is putting the time in ad hoc as and when he's at home.

James said he 'wanted a new challenge' while Marcus wanted a job in-between studying at University.

James said: "I was working as a reception manager in a local hotel but with the pandemic was worried about job security, with revenue plummeting and the whole industry in general struggling, so began to look for another job which was more protected in these extraordinary times.

"My Dad suggested I join him in patient transport at LMS and admittedly was reluctant at first as I had always worked in hospitality/leisure but decided to give it a go and never looked back.

"Not only is working in patient transport given me much more job security, but I really enjoy getting to know my work colleagues, talking to other patients and help them get to and from their appointments or help them get home to loved ones after spending time in hospital.

"I have worked shifts with Dad and Marcus and it is a privilege to work with them both.

"I really enjoy their company and they both, along with my mum, mean the world to me."

Marcus already serves his country in the Territorial Army and wanted to continue to help people where he could.

Currently, that's all the time because of Coronavirus restrictions.

Speaking to the Bucks Herald, Marcus explained why he took time out from University to pitch in.

He said: "I got involved with patient transport because I wanted to make a difference to people's lives, no matter how small.

"As a result of working in this job, I've realised that even the smallest of things, such as ensuring that someone has a blanket or helping them into bed, can make their day, and that's what's rewarding."

Darren said: "I am just so incredibly proud of my sons.

"Me and their mother are both so proud of them! They are both wonderful!

"They have put themselves in the firing line to help out others, less fortunate than themselves, and you have to respect that.

"I wanted to continue to help people, and I'm glad I've been given that opportunity."

Darren joined the military in 1986, where he did 7 years in the Royal Navy.

Following this, he left and rejoined the Royal Air Force in 1998 where he served for eight years.

He transferred to the army in 2006 and retired in 2016.

He said: "In my last job before LMS I was a First Aid Trainer with St John's Ambulance for two years, but unfortunately was made redundant because of Coronavirus.

"I just wanted to help people in a First Aid related field, as it's something I am passionate about. I saw this job advertised which mean't I could stay in the area but more importantly serve the local community, as serving my country has been a major part of my life.

"I was fortunate enough to be taken on by LMS and they have now given me the opportunity to do their introduction and first aid training for new starters, which was a great opportunity for me. It ticks all the boxes.

"Best of all, I get to work with both of my sons, something I absolutely love.

"It's a great company to work for, anybody who is looking to get a foothold into taking the first steps towards Paramedic Training should have a look into it.

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