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Volunteering Opportunity Details
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Marie Curie Helper Service
with Marie Curie (Fife)Volunteer Opportunity No. VO63734 - Created/last updated: 16/01/2024
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OpportunityAbout this opportunity: Are you a people person, good listener, enjoy a good chat and would like to be there for someone living with a terminal illness? We would like to hear from you.
We provide companionship, practical and emotional support to people living with a terminal illness. We know that little things make a difference. Having someone to chat to over a cup of tea, help to get to an appointment or go shopping or lend a friendly ear.
You will be matched with someone who you will visit in their home. We will work with you to find what time of day suits you and the person you are supporting. Our service is entirely based around the person who is terminally ill and what support they need.
We provide training to prepare you for this role, peer support group meetings and support throughout your time with Marie Curie.
You can apply here www.mariecurie.org.uk/helperTakes place: mornings afternoons evenings Mondays 
Tuesdays Wednesdays Thursdays Fridays Saturdays Sundays Minimum age: 18 Maximum age: no upper age limit has been specified Training provided: 1 full day training in boundaries of role, communication skills, confidentiality, information about end of life, bereavement. Online Health & Safety and Data Protection. Regular peer support meetings, buddy system for first client if needed. Out of pocket expenses paid?
Yes - We provide travel expenses for drivers (45p per mile) and non-drivers.Experience required: We are looking for volunteers who are:- Friendly and caring. Good at listening, communication, empathy, understanding, and are helpful, reliable and respectful. Restrictions on who can volunteer
No restrictions were specified.Application process: Application Form; Induction/Training; Interview; PVG membership required; References Taster available? No, not for this opportunity. Travel Details This is a Fife-wide service. Saltire Award This opportunity is compatible with the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12-25. What Now?
To enquire/register an interest in this opportunity call us (FVA) on 0800 389 6046, e-mail us, or fill out this form: You can print these opportunity details.
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