Volunteer Companion - West Midlands

Ever been told you that you're a good listener, or that your calm presence helps others feel at ease?

Companion Volunteers give time and emotional support to people with a terminal illness and their families. As a Companion Volunteer, 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: 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: Any of the following areas listed

• Birmingham
• Solihull
• Coventry and Warwickshire
• Wolverhampton
• Dudley and the Black Country
• Worcestershire
• Herefordshire
• Shropshire

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

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

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

Kindness doesn’t have to be big to be life-changing

Want to know more before applying? 

Find out more about our Companion service here or contact volunteer Services Officer Maxine Wragg E: Maxine.Wragg@mariecurie.org.uk