Hospital Companion Volunteer — Comfort & Connection

Marie Curie; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading end-of-life charity in Plymouth is seeking compassionate volunteers to join their Hospital Companion service. In this role, you will provide emotional support and companionship to patients with terminal diagnoses, committing 3 hours per week. Participants will receive full training, wellbeing support, and the chance to make a meaningful difference. Ideal candidates should be respectful, empathetic, and able to use basic IT tools. This is a unique opportunity to help those in need while gaining valuable experience.

Benefits

Travel and expenses covered

Access to discounts on shopping, dining, travel and more

Qualifications

• Applicants aged 18 years or older.
• Ability to offer emotional support and companionship.
• Flexibility to commit 3 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Spend time with someone each week.
• Complete a basic report after each visit.
• Connect families to local services.

Skills

Empathetic

Good listener

Respectful

Comfortable using basic IT tools

Willingness to learn

Job description

A leading end-of-life charity in Plymouth is seeking compassionate volunteers to join their Hospital Companion service. In this role, you will provide emotional support and companionship to patients with terminal diagnoses, committing 3 hours per week. Participants will receive full training, wellbeing support, and the chance to make a meaningful difference. Ideal candidates should be respectful, empathetic, and able to use basic IT tools. This is a unique opportunity to help those in need while gaining valuable experience.