Companion Volunteer

4 days ago


South West United Kingdom Marie Curie Group Full time
Description

Become a Hospital Companion Volunteer with Marie Curie in Somerset

Marie Curie has a Hospital Companion service in Taunton, offering compassionate individuals the chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of people at the end of life. Volunteers provide emotional and practical support at Musgrove Park Hospital

Each week, you'll support a different person - offering emotional care, companionship, and a calming presence when it's needed most. You'll also help shape this service, contributing to its development and impact within the hospital and wider community.

Availability: Weekday mornings or afternoons

We're seeking compassionate volunteers who live within 30 minutes of any of the following locations:

  • Minehead
  • Crewkerne
  • South Petherton
  • Williton
  • Wincanton
  • Frome

What you'll do:

  • Spend time with someone new each week
  • Offer emotional support and companionship
  • Share helpful info and connect families to local services
  • Help shape a brand-new service that truly matters
  • Complete a basic report after each visit
  • Participate in regular wellbeing sessions, team meetings, and refresher training

Why you'd be a great fit:

  • Empathetic, patient and a good listener
  • Respectful and inclusive
  • Able to commit to 3 hours p/week
  • Comfortable using basic IT tools (Email and/or Microsoft Word)
  • Willingness to learn

What you'll gain

  • Deep sense of purpose
  • Meet amazing people
  • Grow your skills
  • Be part of the UK's leading end-of-life charity
  • Supportive training, ongoing guidance and wellbeing support
  • Recognition for your time
  • Travel and expenses covered
  • Access to discounts on shopping, dining, travel and more

We are currently unable to accept applications from under 18's for this opportunity. Please view our other volunteering opportunities here or get in touch with our Recruitment team -

Need more information

Contact our Volunteer Services Officer Julie Draper,



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