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Marie Curie is a charity that provides support for people living with terminal illness and their families and carers.
Talk About Companion - Somerset
Organisation role · Flexible hours
Somerset, England, United Kingdom
EnglishSocial contact
WellbeingOlder peopleCommunity & family
Marie Curie
#37120
Scan me or visit www.sparkachange.org.uk/o/Marie-Curie/opportunities/Talk-About-Companion---Taunton-Wellington-Bridgwater-Minehead-Burnham-on-Sea/37120 to join
Scan me or visit www.sparkachange.org.uk/o/Marie-Curie/opportunities/Talk-About-Companion---Taunton-Wellington-Bridgwater-Minehead-Burnham-on-Sea/37120 to join
Contact person
Julie DraperAsk Julie a question
Summary
Marie Curie need volunteers for its 'Talk About Project' to have conversations with people about their wishes and preferences at the end of their life.Detailed description
What we need you to do:
. Visit people in their own homes or care homes to help them complete an Advance Care Plan.
What skills or experience do you need?
- Commitment and reliability - able to keep to appointments
- Patience, empathy and emotional stability
- An understanding of the importance of confidentiality
- Willing to be flexible and operate within the boundaries of the role
- A friendly and sensitive approach
- Excellent listening skills and an ability to build a rapport with others
- Respect for individuals, regardless of their race, gender, culture, religion, disability, sexual orientation and marital status
Please note that this role is carried out face to face.
What volunteers need😇 Disclosure and Barring Service
What we will provide to volunteers
💸 Reimbursement of costs🤝 Extra supportGetting there
About Marie Curie
Marie Curie is a charity that provides support for people living with terminal illness and their families and carers.