Offer summary

Qualifications:

Good listening skills and a friendly demeanor are essential., Emotional maturity to handle sensitive topics is required., Reliability and commitment to volunteering 3 hours each week is necessary., Basic comfort with using email and completing short reports is expected..

Key responsabilities:

Provide emotional comfort and companionship to individuals in their final stages of life.

Share information about local services and resources with those in need.

Support family members or caregivers before and after bereavement.

Help individuals articulate their wishes for care in their own words.

Job description

You don’t need to be a healthcare expert or have all the answers.

You just need to be a good listener, show up with kindness, and be willing to offer your time.

Marie Curie is looking for caring, everyday people to join our Community Companion team. You’ll be part of something truly meaningful - offering support to people in their final stages of life, and to the loved ones around them.

Locations: Surrey, Bournemouth and Sussex

What’s a Community Companion?

Being there for someone when it matters most. This might be visiting someone in their home, offering a chat and a cup of tea, swapping stories and talking about what's happening locally, or just being a calm presence.

You will never be asked to do anything you’re uncomfortable with and you will receive training and support from the Marie Curie team to support you in your Companion role.

You’ll also meet a team of like-minded volunteers who are all in it for the same reason: to help others and feel connected to something bigger.

What will you actually do?

Provide emotional comfort and conversation - just being present matters.
Share helpful information or point people to local services or resources available.
Support family members or carers, before and after bereavement.
Help people express their wishes for care, in their own words.
Be a calm, steady presence in what can feel like a chaotic time.

No medical background needed - just these qualities:

You’re friendly, patient, and a good listener
You’re open-minded and non-judgmental
You’re emotionally mature and can handle sensitive topics
You’re reliable and can commit 3 hours each week
You’re comfortable using email and completing a short report each visit

What you’ll get in return:

A sense of real purpose and the chance to make a lasting difference
A welcoming volunteer team and a strong support network
Ongoing training, development, and guidance
Recognition and appreciation for the time you give
Out-of-pocket expenses covered

Whether you’re looking to give back, build experience, or just connect with others in a more meaningful way - this is an opportunity to do something truly rewarding.

Ready to find out more?

Fill out our application form and we will invite you for an informal chat (online, over the phone or in-person), and walk you through the next steps together.

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