Islington Bereavement Service Volunters

What You'll Do: 

The service is for people who have experienced the death of a family member, relative or another important person in their life. Run by St Joseph’s Hospice and a team of trained volunteers, this service can offer practical, social and emotional bereavement support.

 

 

Our volunteers are able to provide:

  • companionship and a listening ear
  • emotional support
  • company to go to medical appointments, the library, or on a local outing
  • help in finding important support services

What training do volunteers receive?

All volunteers are fully trained and vetted. They can provide confidential support on a one-to-one basis or within a group setting. They are not counsellors but have been trained in listening skills.

Why You'll Love It: 
  • Opportunity to support people at a difficult time in their life.
  • Chance to learn about bereavement support.
  • A different type of befriending experience.
  • Great opportunity for those wishing to train to be counsellors in the future.
What You'll Learn: 
  • Listening Skills
  • Grief and loss
  • Bereavement support
  • Signposting
What We're Looking For: 
  • People who wish to support others during a difficult time in their life.
  • People who can provide companionship and a listening ear.
  • Those who can provide emotional support.
Summary
Volunteering
Volunteer
Health
Mental Health
Islington
0 Weeks Minimum
0 Hours / Week
Skills you will develop: 
Active listening
Communicating
Emotional intelligence
Relevant interests: 
Charity / Nonprofit

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