Companion (ad hoc) Volunteer - Musgrove Park Hospital, Taunton, Somerset

Companion Volunteers give time and emotional support to people with a terminal illness and their families. As a Companion Volunteer at Musgrove Park Hospital, you’ll provide company, a listening ear, emotional or practical support to someone. You’ll be the person they can chat with and rely on for friendly, social interaction or signpost to helpful information.

Provide friendly, personalised support to people in their last year of life.

Availability: Up to 3 hours per week or month on an ad hoc basis

Time: You would be contacted at short notice when the need arises

Locations: Musgrove Park Hospital, Taunton, Somerset

Criteria: Minimum 18 years of age. Driving Licence an advantage but not essential

What you’ll do:

• Be available at short notice to visit different patients at Musgrove Park Hospital
• Each visit may be with a different person, offering variety and new conversations
• Share a cup of tea, a chat, or simply quiet companionship
• Listen to stories, memories, or just talk about the everyday

You’d be a great fit if you’re:

• Caring and compassionate nature
• Patience and good listening skills
• Comfortable with sensitive topics, such as death, dying and bereavement
• Comfortable with email and completing a brief visit report
• Respectful of boundaries and confidentiality

What you’ll gain:

• 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
• Travel and expenses covered
• Access to discounts on shopping, travel, entertainment, and more
• 15% discount in-store at our Marie Curie Shops (Terms & Conditions apply)   
  

Need more information?

Find out more about our Companion Service here or contact our Volunteer Services Officer Sarah-Jane Trevor E: SarahJane.Trevor@mariecurie.org.uk