Compassionate Neighbour
Princess Alice Hospice
Be the difference on your doorstep.
Compassionate Neighbours are trained volunteers offering friendship, support and listening ear to people living in their local community, sometimes with serious, long-term or terminal illness who often struggle with loneliness. By popping round for a cup of tea or a friendly chat once a week you can make a world of difference. You will be a good listener, kind and have a genuine interest in other people. As a Compassionate Neighbour Volunteer you’ll not only gain new skills, confidence, and social networks; you’ll be making a difference in your local community. Full training and support is provided. You'll need to be able to attend 2 days of training here in the hospice (KT10 8NA)
Befriending, buddying and mentoring
IT Skills - Basic, Initiative/Self Motivation, Verbal Communication
Be a great communicator - If you speak additional languages to English, you may be able to utilise these with your match. Be non-judgmental, empathic and maintain strict confidentiality.
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The role can be flexible around your schedule but ideally involves you visiting a community member once a week and spending 1 - 2 hours with them typically in their home. Before being matched, there is a compulsory 2 day training course held at the Hospice. Training is held every other month and upcoming training dates can be found on our website.
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Your local community in our catchment area around Croydon/Sutton/Banstead. Training will be held in Princess Alice Hospice, Esher KT10 8NA
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