Compassionate Neighbours Volunteer
St Christopher's Hospice
When matched together people connect to do something they would like to do together – it is all about creating a gentle support network that helps people feel cared about and part of their communities. • Providing companionship, emotional support and a listening ear – this could be in person or by phone • Building a relationship with a community member • Helping the community member to stay connected to friends and the community • Guiding the community member to important support services
Compassionate Neighbours is a project which connects a person in the community (a Compassionate Neighbour) with a person who has a terminal diagnosis, or is at the end of life and is older and socially isolated (a Community Member). When matched together people connect to do something they would like to do together – it is all about creating a gentle support network that helps people feel cared about and part of their communities.
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• Good communicators including being active listeners • Able to show empathy for others and are non-judgmental • Respectful of diversity and others’ opinions • Would like to make a difference in their local community • Able to follow our policies and procedures to keep everyone safe • Able to represent St Christopher’s and our values positively.
• A rewarding friendship when matched with someone in your local community • Learning of new and sharing of current skills • Opportunities for further development through learning and training • Meeting people and making new friendships with other Compassionate Neighbours • Being part of a wider network of Compassionate Neighbours • Enhancing your CV if that is important to you
Flexible around your availability and that of your neighbour but usually an hour a week
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