At Marie Curie we value the voices of people who have lived experiences and believe they can help us achieve our strategic objective to ensure the best experience for people in death, dying and bereavement.
We are looking for community engagement volunteers to work alongside our community engagement team
· Engage with local community groups/services to raise awareness of the range of Marie Curie support services (including our national services)
· Engage with and bring together people in communities (especially those who are poorly served by end of life care), to understand their experiences.
· Support Marie Curie in co -designing and developing new and existing services to support people at the end of life or in their bereavement.
· Feel confident in sharing their story and listening to others in an open and sensitive way.
Every day of your life matters, from the first to the last. We believe everyone living with a terminal illness should be able to get the most from the time they have left, however hard that may sometimes feel. We’ll be here for you and your family when you may feel like no-one else is, to help you cope when you don’t know how. Marie Curie Nurses care for you in your home, when you need them most, day or night. Our hospices are at the heart of communities around the UK. And our trained volunteers and advisers are here for you with practical information and support when you don’t know what to do next or just need to talk. We’ll be by your side with care and support every step of the way, bringing light in the darkest hours.
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4 hours a week
4 hours a week
Due to insurance reasons we cannot have anyone under 18 inside the hospice.
Experience required: Strong communication and networking skills to engage with the community
· Creativity and resourcefulness in organizing events and initiatives
· Empathy and understanding to connect with diverse community members
· Flexibility and adaptability to address community needs effectively.
Minimum age: 18
Expenses paid: Yes
Expenses details: Driving costs are reimbursed. Travel costs are reimbursed and a free meal is provided (breakfast and/or lunch)
Expenses are paid on the 28th of each month.
Support:
Named Contact For Volunteer,
Wheelchair Access/Disabled Access Toilet
This opportunity is also advertised across Edinburgh.