Marie Curie Hospital Companion Volunteer - Musgrove Park Hospital, Somerset

Marie Curie and Musgrove Park Hospital have joined together to offer a service to support people who are palliative or at the end of life. 

Spending time with patients and/or their relatives, we’re looking for volunteers to provide emotional support, a listening ear, and to simply be there for people at this very difficult time.

What you’ll be part of:

• Offering emotional comfort and conversation
• Help someone express what matters most to them
• Share helpful information and where to find local resources
• Support family members or carers, before and after bereavement.

You’ll never be asked to do anything you’re uncomfortable with, and you’ll receive full training and support from the Marie Curie team. Plus, you’ll be surrounded by a welcoming team, all dedicated to helping others and caring as much as you do.

You’d be a great fit if you’re:

• Patient and good at listening
• Non-judgmental of others and friendly
• Emotionally mature and steady in sensitive moments
• Able to commit to 3 hours p/week
• Comfortable using email and filling in a short visit report

In return, you can learn and achieve:

• A sense of purpose and connection in a deeply rewarding role
• Ongoing support, training and guidance
• Recognition and appreciation for the time you give
• Reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses each month
• A chance to make a lasting difference

Marie Curie is the UK's leading end of life charity

Marie Curie is here for anyone with an illness they're likely to die from, and those close to them. Whatever the illness, wherever you are, we're with you to the end.

We bring 75 Years of experience and leading research to the care we give you at home, in our hospices and over the phone. And we push for a better end of life for all by campaigning and sharing research to change the system.

Marie Curie is a charity working across the UK and we need your support to do our vital work.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early.