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    Marie Curie

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    Volunteer Companion - Ysbyty Gwynedd Hospital

    Bangor, United KingdomOn-SiteFull-timePosted 3w ago
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    Job description

    Are you someone who cares deeply about others and wants to bring comfort when it matters most? 

    Join our Hospital Companion service at Ysbyty Gwynedd Hospital, where you can make a meaningful difference to people with a terminal diagnosis. As a volunteer, you’ll offer emotional support, companionship, and a calming presence to people who need it most. Each week, you’ll spend time with someone - listening, chatting, and simply being there when they need a friendly face.

    Availability: 3 hours per week

    Time: Flexible to suit your schedule

    Location: Ysbyty Gwynedd Hospital, Bangor LL57 2PW

    Criteria: Minimum 18 years of age. Willing to submit a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) application

    What you'll do:

    • Spend time with someone each week
    • Offer emotional support and companionship
    • Share helpful info and connect families to local services
    • Complete a basic report after each visit

    Why you'd be a great fit:

    • Empathetic, patient and a good listener
    • Respectful and inclusive
    • Comfortable using basic IT tools (Email and/or Microsoft Word)
    • Willingness to learn

    What you’ll gain:

    • Full training, ongoing guidance and wellbeing support
    • Recognition for your time
    • Deep sense of purpose
    • Be part of the UK’s leading end-of-life charity

    Perks:

    • Travel and expenses covered
    • Access to discounts on shopping, dining, travel and more

    If you’re compassionate and want to make a real difference, this is your chance to give comfort and dignity to those who need it most.

    Need more information

    Please contact Ruth Gilford: 07930 591 939

    Job details are sourced from the employer's original posting.

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    About the company

    Marie Curie

    Marie Curie is the UK’s leading end-of-life charity. We are the largest non-NHS provider of end-of-life care in the UK, the only provider across all 4 nations, delivering community nursing and hospice care across the country. Our retail stores play a vital part in helping us achieve our mission by bringing in significant revenue generation, building awareness and engaging local communities.

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