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Marie Curie (East Lothian)
- VO103082
We're looking for volunteers to join our Companion Service and support someone in their community affected by a terminal illness. We know that living with terminal illness or caring for a loved one who is dying can be an isolating experience and our Companion service provides weekly support so that patients and those close to them can continue to do what matters most to them.
If you are a compassionate and sociable person and can spare three hours a week then you could join us and help make someone's day better. You might be meeting someone for a chat, helping a carer have a few hours off or taking someone to a place they really love. Whatever you are doing you will be the friendly face that someone looks forward to seeing every week. You don't need to have previous experience to join as we will provide you with full training. You will also have access to regular peer support and supervision sessions with our friendly team.
If you're looking for a role where you can have a real impact in your community then this could be the opportunity for you.
Travel expenses
We pay reasonable out of pocket expenses including mileage in own vehicle at standard HMRC rate of 45p per mile. Reimbursed monthly by bank transfer.
Support
Training details
You will receive an initial training and induction session when you join us as well as ongoing training in relevant topics.
Restrictions
Minimum age: 18
Must be 18 or over to comply with our insurance. We welcome speakers of additional languages but must be fluent enough in English that would be able to have a conversation with someone relatively easily.
Availability
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Volunteers (aged 18-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
Find out more
Please fill out this form to register your interest in the opportunity Companion Volunteer with Marie Curie (East Lothian)
Your email address and phone number will only be used by the organisation/TSI you are contacting to discuss in more detail the opportunity you are enquiring about.
Your details and message will be sent to:
Clare Scott, Marie Curie (East Lothian)
Clare Scott, Marie Curie (East Lothian)
Email address: clare.scott@mariecurie.org.uk
Phone number: 07753267396
Thank you for registering your interest in Companion Volunteer with Marie Curie (East Lothian).
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