Companion at Home
Suitable for -
Opportunity Description
Could you be a friendly presence for someone living with a terminal illness and offer a short break for their carers?
Offer emotional support and conversation, help people express what matters to them, and support family members or carers before and after bereavement.
We provide full training and ongoing support, and you’ll never be asked to do anything you’re not comfortable with. Whether you’re sharing stories, chatting, playing music, or simply sitting beside someone, your time can bring comfort and connection when it’s needed most.
Availability: 3 hours per week
Time: Flexible to suit your schedule
Criteria: Minimum age 18. A Criminal Records Check is required, covered by Marie Curie
Locations: Telford area.
What you’ll be part of:
Visit a person weekly in their home and spend time with them and their family members
Have a chat, a cuppa, or share some quiet time
Listen to memories, share stories, or talk about everyday things
Support carers or family members by giving them a short break
Accompany your client to appointments or take them out to do things they would like to do e.g. for coffee, to a garden centre, to the shops, to the park etc
What you’ll gain:
Full training, ongoing guidance and wellbeing support
Recognition for your time and effort
Updates on the difference you’re making
Long Service Awards
Be part of the UK’s leading end-of-life charity
Perks:
Travel expenses reimbursed
Access to discounts on shopping, dining, travel and more
Kindness doesn’t have to be big to be life-changing
Requirements
Why you'd be a great fit:
Caring and compassionate nature
Patient and a good listener
Comfortable with sensitive topics such as death, dying and bereavement
Comfortable using email and completing a short visit report
Respect for confidentiality, boundaries and inclusive values
More Info
Want to know more before applying?
Please contact our Volunteer Services Officer Maxine Wragg [email protected]
