Marie Curie is the UK’s leading end-of-life charity. We are the largest non-NHS provider of end-of-life care in the UK, the only provider across all 4 nations, delivering community nursing and hospice ...
Companion Volunteer
Contact person
Deborah Harvey
#106436
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Summary
Visit a person weekly in their home and spend time with them and their family members. Be there when it matters most to provide emotional support and connection
Detailed description
Ever been told you that you're a good listener, or that your calm presence helps others feel at ease?
We're looking for compassionate, everyday people to join our Companion Team
Availability: 3 hours per week -flexible to suit your schedule
What you’ll be part of:
- Visit a person weekly in their home and spend time with them and their family members
- Have a chat, a cuppa, or share some quiet time
- Listen to memories, share stories, or talk about everyday things
- Support carers or family members by giving them a short break
Why you'd be a great fit:
- Patient and non-judgmental of others
- Emotionally steady during sensitive moments
- Commit to 3 hours p/week
- Comfortable using email and filling in a short visit report
- Respectful of personal boundaries and confidentiality
What you’ll gain:
- A deep sense of purpose
- Supportive training and ongoing guidance
- A friendly volunteer network
- Recognition for your time
- Travel and expenses covered
- Access to exclusive deals and discounts across retail, travel, entertainment, and more
Kindness doesn’t have to be big to be life-changing
We are currently unable to accept applications from under 18's for this opportunity.
Want to know more before applying?
Please contact us
What we will provide to volunteers
💸 Reimbursement of costs
🤝 Extra support
About Marie Curie
Marie Curie is the UK’s leading end-of-life charity. We are the largest non-NHS provider of end-of-life care in the UK, the only provider across all 4 nations, delivering community nursing and hospice care across the country, while providing information and support on all aspects of dying, death, and bereavement.
Our leading research pushes the boundaries of what we know about good end-of-life, and our campaigns fight for a world where everyone gets to have the best possible quality of life while living with an illness they’re likely to die from.
The care and support we provide is highly valued by the people we care for and their loved ones, but at present we are only reaching around 10% of dying people at the end of life. Right now, one in four people in the UK with a terminal illness, do not get the care or support they deserve at the end of their lives.
Whatever the illness, we’re with you to the end