Companion Volunteer (Befriender)
Marie Curie
Marie Curie is looking for compassionate, everyday people to join our Companion Team, providing friendly companionship and support to people across Hackney who could benefit from a friendly face and a listening ear.
Have people ever said you're a great listener, or that your calm presence is comforting? Marie Curie is inviting compassionate, everyday people to join our Companion Team, supporting individuals across Hackney who are living with a terminal diagnosis. This is your chance to be a reassuring presence, a friendly face, and a source of comfort for someone navigating one of life’s most challenging journeys. As a Companion Volunteer, you’ll build meaningful connections by visiting regularly with someone in your community, sharing conversation, and simply being there. It’s the small moments that can make the biggest difference. Availability: Up to 3 hours per week Time: Flexible to suit your schedule Locations: Hackney Communities Criteria: Aged 18 or over What you’ll do: - Offer conversation and listen - Help someone express what matters most to them - Pass along helpful information - Provide kindness and reassurance to families and carers, including through bereavement
Advice, Information & Support,Befriending, Buddying & Mentoring,Gardening,Support Work,General and Helping
Basic IT skills - internet & email, Creative & Design, Gardening, Organising & Planning, Reading & Writing
Why you’d be a great fit: - Patient, empathetic, and a natural listener - Kind and courteous towards others - Calm and grounded during sensitive moments - Comfortable completing a short phone call about your visit and occasionally using email
What you can expect: - Full training, ongoing guidance and wellbeing support - Encouragement and support every step of the way - Genuine appreciation for your time - Peer Support sessions - A sense of meaning and purpose - Recognition for your time - Travel and expenses reimbursed - Access to discounts on shopping, dining, travel and more - 15% discount in-store at our Marie Curie Shops (Terms & Conditions apply)
Up to 3 hours per week. Flexible to suit your availability and schedules
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